Microbiological Lab Analyst (Rodopi)

Founded in 1969, Pharmathen has grown to become one of the largest, vertically integrated developers of complex drug delivery technologies and is among the top 50 pharmaceutical research companies in Europe.

The company has one of the most extensive and advanced pipelines of long acting injectables (LAI), sustained release and ophthalmic formulations.

Pharmathen’s highly diversified portfolio consists of over 90 commercialized products, which are produced in its US FDA and EU-approved manufacturing facilities in Greece, serving 250 customers and accessed by patients in more than 90 countries worldwide.

Pharmathen proudly employs more than 1,600 people from over 28 different nationalities, with 54% of its total workforce and 66% of its Research Operations Team being female. The company’s enduring success is attributed to a passion for creativity, strong ethics, and the dedication of its people, who share a commitment to the company's vision of making a difference in people’s lives.

Due to continuous growth and expansion, Pharmathen Pharmaceuticals offers a great opportunity for career development and is seeking to recruit a Microbiological Lab Analyst to join our Quality Control team at Sapes, Northern Greece premises.

The Microbiological Lab Analyst is responsible for conducting microbiological tests that support the release of intermediates and finished products. These include routine and non-routine microbiological tests on in-process and final container products, as well as environmental monitoring samples. This position also contributes to the completion of routine technical tasks.

More particularly:

What you’ll do:

• Monitor samples, in-process product samples, raw materials, and environmental monitoring (EM) samples
• Maintain accurate and complete test records
• Maintain sample logs on a daily basis to ensure timely testing and tracking of all samples
• Conduct and communicate results of lab investigations when test results fall outside pre-established specifications (OOS)
• Support activities regarding audits of suppliers and contract labs in support of vendor certification program

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

• BSc Degree in Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, Food Technologist, or relevant field
• 0 - 2 years of experience in a similar role in considered an asset

Job-Specific Skills:

• Excellent communication in English language (writing & speaking)
• Competent in microbiological laboratory instrumentation
• Strong problem solving skills

Benefits

What you will gain:

• Involvement in a high-caliber, team-oriented and dynamic atmosphere
• Exposure to challenging business issues and practices
• Great opportunity to leverage and develop your business/scientific knowledge and skills

Join our team and experience the unique Pharmathen’s culture that gives you the opportunity to innovate, to make decisions, to achieve your own potential and to chart your own career.

Pharmathen is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications regardless of gender, race, age, religion, sexual orientation, and national origin.