At Navesta Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, we are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as a Manager – Microbiology. If you’re passionate about making a difference in the pharmaceutical industry, this is your chance to become part of an organization that values innovation and excellence.
Position: Manager – Microbiology
Job Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute day-to-day laboratory activities.
- Review analytical documents, equipment calibration, and culture-related documents.
- Oversee calibrations and performance verification of equipment and instruments.
- Review sterility tests, microbial limit testing (MLT), and water sample logbooks.
- Plan and execute water testing, sampling of in-process, raw material, and finished product samples.
- Manage operations for autoclave sterilization, decontamination, and disinfectant preparation.
- Provide periodic training and conduct personnel qualifications for aseptic areas.
- Prepare, implement, and review SOPs, STPs, specifications, and protocols per GMP guidelines and pharmacopeias.
- Collaborate with the purchase department for stock verification of chemicals, culture media, glassware, and microbial cultures.
- Perform and manage MLT and BET analysis for various samples.
- Oversee calibration of pH meters and analytical balances.
- Coordinate environmental monitoring in microbiology labs and related areas.
- Work with technical training and QA departments on equipment qualification and validation documentation.
- Participate in validation activities such as water validation, area qualification, hold-time studies, autoclave validation, and media fill validation.
Qualifications:
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) specialized in Biochemistry or Microbiology.
- 10+ years of experience in regulated pharmaceutical formulation industries.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work extended hours when required.
- Effective communication in English, both written and verbal.
- Self-motivated and committed to a career in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria and are excited about this opportunity, please send your CV to:
- Email: careers@navesta.com
Location:
Navesta Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd,
107/A, Nakandala Road, Kindelpitiya, Millewa, Horana, Sri Lanka.
For more details, visit our website: www.navesta.com
Deadline:
Please submit your application within 7 days of this advertisement.
We look forward to hearing from you and having you as part of our team!
