Senior Microbiologist at Cadila Pharmaceuticals (Ethiopia) PLC

Senior Microbiologist

Employer: Cadila Pharmaceuticals (Ethiopia) PLC

Employment: Full-Time | Permanent

Place of Work: Gelan - Ethiopia

Posted date: 5 years ago

Deadline: Submition date is over

Cadila Pharmaceuticals (Ethiopia) P.L.C, a Joint Venture Company between Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited, India and AlmetaImpex P.L.C, Ethiopia, put up a Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing facility for Tablets, Capsules & Liquids at Gelan, near Addis Ababa. The aforementioned Plant is one of its kind in Ethiopia and the first and only Pharmaceutical Formulation Manufacturing Plant of the country recognized as per EU guidelines, to comply with the WHO-led regulatory requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Cadila Pharmaceuticals (Ethiopia) PLC has set an aggressive growth plan to meet the needs of people of Ethiopia for high-quality medicines at affordable prices by expanding the reach across Ethiopia. To fulfill our long term vision and objectives, we need young people to work with us in the following vacant posts. Therefore, Job applicants are invited from young, enthusiastic and dynamic professionals aspiring for growth, change, and leadership qualities, to join us immediately. Major Responsibilities: Prepare media and perform the necessary microbiological analysis on different raw materials, water samples, finished products, and stability samples. Perform environmental monitoring of the different manufacturing lines. Ensure that used culture media are properly disinfected and sterilized and disposed of as per the procedure. Involve in the preparation and revision of standard test procedures and specification s on microbiological analysis for RMs, PMs, and FPs. Prepare and revise the format being used for the lab. Ensure that records are filed and documented. Responsible for the inventory of culture media and other necessary items for the laboratory. Perform and other activities assigned by the immediate supervisor/department head from time to time. Suggest any ideas for implementation that may help with the improvement of the quality system. Facilitate for various audits and ensure that compliance reports are documented Prepare a report on monthly events carried out in the laboratory. Perform any other activities assigned by the department head from time to time. Suggest any ideas for implementation that may help with the improvement of the quality system. Ensure that the laboratory is maintained clean & tidy as per SOP. Company provides Transport service from and to the workplace Qualification:- B.Sc. Degree in Biology or Microbiology Experience: Minimum of 6 years in any Pharma Company or relevant practical experience OTHER SKILLS Detail-oriented. Problem-solving & positive thinking. Patience Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Teamwork spirit. Good computer skill