Company Microbiologist- 1 Year FTC

We are seeking an experienced Company Microbiologist to take ownership of microbiological quality processes at our Dun Laoghaire location. This role is a one year FTC to cover Mat Leave

In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that all products manufactured at the Dun Laoghaire site meet both microbiological and sterilization standards. You’ll work closely with regulatory guidelines and lead our team of Microbiology Technicians to maintain these standards across the site. Additionally, you'll oversee compliance with sterilization protocols and radiological protection, making sure we meet both quality and safety benchmarks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all products manufactured at the Dun Laoghaire site comply with global microbiological and sterilization requirements.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all relevant regulatory requirements for microbiology and sterilization, both at the Dun Laoghaire site and for products sterilized at this location.
• Supervise and support a team of Microbiology Technicians, ensuring consistent application of microbiological quality standards across the site.
• Oversee all sterilization and environmental monitoring requirements, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Lead dose establishment, dose audits, and dose mapping, while preparing cycle time charts as needed to ensure efficient production processes.
• Conduct thorough reviews of processed product lots, ensuring they meet quality standards before approving them for release.
• Act as the microbiological technical expert for the site, troubleshooting and solving complex microbiological issues as they arise.
• Take on additional responsibilities as required by management to ensure the smooth operation of the site.

Experience and Education

• A degree in Science or a related Quality discipline with a specialization in Microbiology.
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the healthcare industry.
• Experience with radiation and sterilization processes is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with process validation, sterilization, and cleanroom environments is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• High level of computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

embecta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.