359 Microbiologist jobs in Singapore

1 Manage ISO/IEC 17025 management system and ensure the integrity of the system is maintained.

1. Responsible for routine analysis such as preparation of reagents, media & samples, perform routine calibration for equipment, run routine testing, control testing, cleaning apparatus etc.

2. Maintain and upkeep laboratory facilities, safety and equipment

3. Assist in releasing test result by transferring data to job sheet.

4. Assist in method development.

5. Assist in tasks that assigned by Superior.

6. Report to section superior.

1 Manage ISO/IEC 17025 management system and ensure the integrity of the system is maintained.

2. Responsible for routine analysis such as preparation of reagents, media & samples, perform routine calibration for equipment, run routine testing, control testing, cleaning apparatus etc.

3. Maintain and upkeep laboratory facilities, safety and equipment

4. Assist in releasing test result by transferring data to job sheet.

5. Assist in method development.

6. Assist in tasks that assigned by Superior.

7. Report to section superior.

1 Manage ISO/IEC 17025 management system and ensure the integrity of the system is maintained.

• Responsible for routine analysis such as preparation of reagents, media & samples, perform routine calibration for equipment, run routine testing, control testing, cleaning apparatus etc.
• Maintain and upkeep laboratory facilities, safety and equipment
• Assist in releasing test result by transferring data to job sheet.
• Assist in method development.
• Assist in tasks that assigned by Superior.
• Report to section superior.
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1 Manage ISO/IEC 17025 management system and ensure the integrity of the system is maintained.

2. Responsible for routine analysis such as preparation of reagents, media & samples, perform routine calibration for equipment, run routine testing, control testing, cleaning apparatus etc.

3. Maintain and upkeep laboratory facilities, safety and equipment

4. Assist in releasing test result by transferring data to job sheet.

5. Assist in method development.

6. Assist in tasks that assigned by Superior.

7. Report to section superior.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Location: West Region, Singapore

• Conduct tests on water, food, and environmental samples to detect harmful microorganisms and obtain information about sources of pollution and contamination.
• Examine the physiological, morphological, and cultural characteristics of microorganisms using microscopes and other laboratory equipment.
• Perform microbial identification and classification for food and water specimens.
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and ISO 17025 standards.
• Maintain accurate records of laboratory results and prepare technical reports.
• Liaise with clients and perform site sampling.

• Minimum of a Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting.

Lee Jia Ann | Registration No.: R | Tonbird Pte. Ltd. | EA Licence No.: 25C2672

Summary

• To carry out routine microbiology laboratory operations, this includes full range of cleanroom environmental monitoring activities, and product related testing activities;
• Expected to be competent in own area of scope (i.e. Environmental Monitoring or Product Testing), include rendering support and guidance to other team members in the organisation on non-routine microbiological testing for validation and engineering studies, and resolution of causes to operational issues;
• To assist with reviewing of microbiological test data, laboratory investigations in the absence of the lab manager or person in charge;
• Ensure testing elements (e.g. methods, equipment, and lab practices) are in compliance with various regulatory requirements;

Responsibility

• Perform routine/non-routine microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products (pre and/or post sterilize), as well as environmental monitoring according to established procedures.
• Perform quality checks for media used in testing and maintain masters / cultures used for testing.
• Implementing and maintaining the lab environmental conditions.
• Review product/environment microbial trends, highlight emerging trends, uncommon bacteria occurrence.
• Coordinate 3rd party lab microbiological testing activities (e.g. bacterial identification, endotoxins test).
• Qualify and maintain respective laboratory equipment to ensure they are fit for its intended usage, with proper calibration and maintenance program established.
• Ensure continuous flow of all necessary resources (e.g. supplies, trained analysts, equipment) to enable smooth activities in the laboratory.
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, traceability and reliability of test report generated, as well as sample information submitted.
• Ensure proper filling and retention of test reports.
• Maintain and prepare work instructions to ensure compliance with reference standards.
• Lead laboratory equipment and test method validation / revalidation activities through establishing protocols, execution, and report documentation.
• Provide support for personnel qualification and re-qualification, and cleanroom re-qualification.
• Perform and/or support investigation and documentation of non-compliance or out-of-spec situations.
• Lead and/or review internal laboratory investigations.
• Responsible for respective training activities for newcomers and qualify them on microbiological test methods.
• Adhere to all EHS rules, regulations and risk assessments and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as prevention of pollution to the environment.
• Monitor documentation and implementation of ISO/IEC 17025.

Requirement

• Bachelor/Diploma in Science discipline (e.g. Pharmaceuticals Science, Microbiology, Biological Science)
• At least 2-3 years of relevant experience in a laboratory environment
• Cleanroom/environmental control experience is essential
• Good knowledge of microbiological test methods (e.g. Bioburden, endotoxins, sterility tests)
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques, and GLP
• Excellent Interpersonal and communication skill
• High level of integrity, a self-starter and ability to work independently
• Able to work under stress and deliver work schedules
• Knowledgeable of applicable standards such as ISO 13485, ISO/IEC 17025, preferably to have knowledge on ISO14644, ISO17141, ISO11737 and ANSI/AAMI-ST72
• Experience in Quality Assurance or medical device/manufacturing environment would be an advantage
• Relevant Microsoft Office Applications
• Preferable to have experience in QMS audit/internal audit/supplier audit in the context of ISO13485/9001 or the equivalence
• Good analytical and problem solving skills (FMEAs, 5-whys, 8D etc…)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Product/ Systems are released in a timely manner:
   
   a) Monitor and ensure that periodic tests are carried out.
   
   b) Review and ensure equipment and material availability.
   
   c) Review Extra Ordinary Maintenance (EOM) and recommends required monitoring/ evaluation requirements.
   
   d) Ensure proper scheduling and staffing of processes to complete the test and products are tested per requirements.

2. Results of analysis are accurate and reliable:
   
   a) Ensure equipment/ rooms are calibrated and/ or validated and procedures are documented and, if necessary, validated.
   
   b) Review training/ coaching requirements for Lab Analysts and evaluation of Lab Analysts' performance.
   
   c) Ensure proper documentation requirements for various activities are met.

3. Exceptions are resolved in a timely manner:
   
   a) Perform Lab OOL investigation and ensure appropriate documentations are completed on time. 
   
   b) Analyze test OOLs and provide disposition accordingly and review OOL results with process owner and Engineer.
   
   c) Assist/ Recommend Corrective Action/ Preventive Actions (CAPA) and continuous improvement ideas.
   
   d) Follow-up to ensure committed actions are implemented and effective.
   
   e) Prepare Non Conformance Report (NCR) and investigate Out of Tolerance (OOT) for Calibration issues.

4. Support Projects requiring Microbiological evaluation are supported:
   
   a) Participate in Project Groups in assigned area of responsibility.
   
   b) Consult Corporate/ provide recommendation on how to meet project's microbiological evaluation requirements.
   
   c) Schedule to perform the required microbiological tests/ internal review and schedule with Corporate to perform the required microbiological tests/ review.

5. Lead assigned projects:
   
   a) Determine project requirements and assign responsibilities to team members and assign tasks and timeline to members.
   
   b) Solicit and review recommendations/ feedback from team members and follow up to ensure project conclusion.

6. Safe and Healthy work environment are maintained:
   
   a) Review housekeeping audit schedule and audit housekeeping and work practices.
   
   b) Communicate safe practices and housekeeping requirements and recommend and/ or implement necessary improvement actions.

7. Responsible for compliance to EHS procedure and requirement.

Qualifications/ Education:

• Diploma /Bachelor of Science (Microbiology) or related field or equivalent 

Skill Set and/or Experience:

• Fresh Degree /Diploma with Min 3 years or

• Degree with Min 3 years /Diploma with Min 6 years

• Some relevant working Experience

• Technical knowledge on lab equipment/ system/ software/ validations

Key Responsibilities:

• To perform quality control microbiological testing of raw materials, incoming goods, intermediates, and/or finished products under cGMP conditions for QC release or as part of stability studies
• To support monitoring for facility's utilities systems
• To support equipment qualification
• To perform and coordinate calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• To be involved in aseptic process simulations
• To support method transfer/verification/validation for new product introduction
• To perform periodic reviews for laboratory documents
• To lead microbiological inventory management
• To maintain the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of laboratory data
• To maintain individual's training records
• To support continuous improvement activities
• To communicate in site and global platforms
• To ensure cGMP is applied and adhered to in their area of work
• To collaborate with HSE, cGMP and always maintain a 5S approach
• To perform tasks required by the Manager
• To support shift work .

EH&S:

• Understand emergency procedures and follow safe systems of work.
• Ensure compliance with environment, health and safety and security policies and procedures, rules, signage and instructions at all times
• Ensure timely reporting and investigation of all accidents, near misses and breaches

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Degree in Microbiology, Biology or strongly related scientific field with minimum 1-2 years of laboratory experience
• Experience in basic microbiological techniques e.g. bioburden testing, endotoxin testing, and environmental monitoring
• Basic proficiencies in Microsoft Words, Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge in FDA/EMA/HSA/Global regulatory requirements applicable to microbiology and environmental monitoring in biologics.
• Ability to work independently and follow critical timelines
• Adaptable to a changing work environment
• Effective interpersonal attributes at all internal and external levels.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good time management and project management skills
• Self-motivated individual