QC Microbiology Analyst
(Ref No: 23_27)
Terumo BCT Ltd - located in Larne, Northern Ireland - manufactures a range of sterile fluids for human use. A vacancy currently exists for a permanent Laboratory Analyst, Microbiology.
This is an exciting time to be part of an expanding manufacturing facility – come join us!
JOB PURPOSE:
The successful candidate will perform routine duties within the QC Microbiology Laboratory involving in-process and finished goods testing and environmental monitoring.
Duties will include:
- To perform the Limulus Amoebocyte Lysate test for endotoxins on raw materials, starting materials, water samples and finished goods according to current procedures.
- To carry out sterility tests according to the current procedures and to record all information on the appropriate documents.
- To perform total bacteriology counts, including heat shocking of test samples, on in-process products, water samples, starting materials and raw materials.
- To carry out bacterial isolation, identification and culture maintenance tasks.
- To prepare bacteriological media and buffers, including performance of QC testing.
- To read and accurately record test results on the appropriate documents and investigate results that exceed the specified limit.
- To carry out validations where required e.g. for sterility, endotoxin and bioburden testing
- Routine calibration/validation of equipment including temperature/pressure/time/weighing sensors/pH meter.
- To perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and controlled areas through the use of settle plates, contact plates and swab samples
- To take particle count determinations in the required areas
- To perform active air sampling in accordance with written procedures
- To decontaminate and clean all laboratory glassware and small pieces of equipment.
- To prepare glassware, filter units, scissors, forceps and other pieces of equipment for sterilisation.
- To sterilise media and equipment by autoclaving
- To review autoclave sterilisation parameters for compliance with the specifications
- Monitoring of stock levels of all lab consumables
- To maintain good aseptic technique and a clean and tidy environment at all times
- To assist in routine laboratory work as required.
Applicants must possess:
- A degree or equivalent level qualification in Microbiology or a closely-related subject.
- The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines – (this role may necessitate working additional hours or shifts when required).
- Effective communication skills
It is desirable that candidates have experience in one or more of the following:
- Knowledge of Sterility testing, LAL testing and environmental monitoring
- Experience gained within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a laboratory
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive basic salary
- Generous performance bonus
- 25 days’ holiday (increasing with length of service) + 8 bank holidays
- Attractive pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Health Cash Plan
- Education Assistance Programme
- cycle2work scheme
If you would like to apply for this role, apply via our career’s portal, mySource before the closing time / date of 5.00 pm on Sunday, 13 August 2023
Relocation/ Sponsorship: We are unable to provide support for VISA/Sponsorship
Please note, if shortlisted for interview, applicants will be asked to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK at interview.
Terumo BCT Ltd. provides employment equality to all, irrespective of gender, marital or family status, religious belief or political opinion, disability, race or ethnic origin, nationality, sexual orientation and age.
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