MSD QC Microbiology Manager 

Ireland 

971468702

As a Microbiology Laboratory Manager, your energy, knowledge, innovation, and leadershipwill be invaluable in carrying out the following responsibilities:

• selection, development, coaching, and retention activities.

• Ensure all microbiology laboratory activities are performed safely and in compliance with current guidelines and regulations.

• Drive metric adherence and schedule delivery within the Microbiology Laboratory using the Tier process.

• Provide the team with the necessary resources and programs for their technical and professional development, fostering personal growth aligned with their roles. Develop andmaintaintraining programs.

• Focus on meeting the needs of both external and internal customers, effectively liaising with external groups.

• Ensure daily adherence to Quality Systems within the Microbiology Laboratory department.

• Provide microbiological support to the site, including process simulations, aseptic processing, and laboratory test methods.

• Coach the Microbiology Team in method execution, environmental monitoring, water monitoring, sterility testing, endotoxin testing, bioburden testing, and other relevant microbiological testing.

• Drive continuous improvement in the Microbiology lab through lean projects, such as standardized work, digitization, and knowledge management.

To excel in this role, you willlikely havethe following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Microbiology or a closely related discipline.

• Knowledge of regulatory/code requirements to Irish, European, andInternationalstandards and practices.

• Familiarity with cGMP and Laboratory Quality Systems.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office and job-related computer applications.

• Excellent report, standards, and policy writing skills.

• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma Methodology is preferred.

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and external customers in a team-oriented manner.

• Excellent leadership and coaching abilities.