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Quality Control Microbiologist

Planet Pharma
Milton Keynes
7 months ago
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One of valued clients is seeking a QC Microbiologist to join their team


Client


The client has had 10% growth over the 2 years doing work that intends to use cutting edge science to improve lives around the role through their output of vaccines and medicines. We have made 57 placements with them in the UK alone and have had positive feedback from these individuals.


Role


The role is for a Microbiology Technician to assist in the different functions for investigations, troubleshooting, change and CAPA implementation This role also involves support in testing of finished products and intermediates. The responsibilities of the role would include overseeing testing of all samples in relation to GMP, training of new staff, updating SOPs and timely completion of results into SAP.


Requirements


  • Experience in a GMP role
  • Experience in a microbiology focused role
  • Experience with quality control techniques


About Planet Pharma:

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.

Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

www.planet-pharma.com

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