Position: Senior Microbiologist
At Coalesce Management Consulting, we are a community of people with a strong passion for excellence. We deliver bespoke project solutions within the Life Science and Technology sectors through our community of high-calibre industry specialists.
Job Description:
We are currently expanding our team and are looking for a Senior Microbiologist to work on projects on site with a client. In summary, you will be collaborating with peers to design and validate new experimental techniques, and adhere to rigorous quality control standards to ensure the integrity and purity of cell cultures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and sterilize cell culture media, supplements, and reagents.
- Ensure accurate documentation of media preparation procedures and maintain inventory levels.
- Maintain detailed records of all cell culture activities, documenting parameters such as cell counts, passage numbers, and viability.
- Ensure cleanliness and organization of the laboratory space, including benchtops, equipment, and storage areas.
- Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment, including incubators, biosafety cabinets, centrifuges, and microscopes.
- Implement and uphold strict aseptic techniques to prevent contamination of cell cultures.
- Contribute to the development and optimization of protocols for cell culture procedures.
- Compile and analyze data, ensuring accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant life science field (e.g., biology, biotechnology, biochemistry). ·
- Min 3 years of relevant working experience in cell culture techniques and aseptic procedures is preferred.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment and techniques associated with cell culture operations.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment with competing priorities.
- Great team player. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to develop close working relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external contacts at all levels
What’s In It for You?
- Exposure to the major Pharmaceutical Companies in the industry.
- Annual leave benefits.
- Full Health coverage and benefits.
- Training and Development allowance.
What's Next?
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send an email to [email protected].
Coalesce Management Consulting operates as an equal opportunity employer. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other factors with no bearing to employment skills and we confirm that we are happy to accept applications from persons of any background for this role.
