Microbiology Section Head

Job Description

Site Name: Egypt - Cairo Posted Date: Jul 20 2022 Are you an experienced Microbiologist who is excited by the challenge of playing a key role in one of the leading pharmaceutical companies worldwide? If so, then this opportunity is the one for you to explore. As a Microbiology Section Head, you will be responsible to progress and supervise all required microbiological activities according to GQP and GQG, other regulatory requirements according to EDA and maintain Non-Cephs to meet the microbiological required standards. Ensure that all required information regarding validation, microbiological monitoring, black spot handling and reactions to trend analysis are effectively managed within the microbiological activities. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following: Supervise microbiologists and senior microbiologists checks for all day to day activities and make equilibrium of workload to maximize utilization of resources. Cope with any change according to business need. Ensure secured supply of Microbiological facilities, analysis requirements, spare parts, preventive maintenance contracts and implementation of modern microbiological Lab. Techniques. Ensure the Validation of new lab. Techniques, test methods, new instruments, different manufacturing facilities and processes for sterile and non-sterile processing areas. Ensure the implementation of up to date SOP?s in line with changes to the source documents, such as GQP?s, GQG?s, FPG?s or regulatory documents and assess the related performance via periodic trend evaluation, annual product review, evaluation reports, monthly reports and case studies. In addition, ensure that EHS Policies and Procedures are implemented in the Microbiological lab and all other related functions. Verify and follow up implementation of cGLP, cGMP, Pharmacopoeial and new Policy requirements and follow up the required actions that should be taken after internal and external audits. Train subordinates on any new or updated procedures and information. Provide the necessary Technical support to interpret, decide and evaluate any problem related to processing areas, corrective/preventive actions. Lead the investigation in case of out of limits microbiology results, escalate and communicate critical issues, advising local management, where necessary, and ensure that actions needed have appropriate priority. Achieve and Cooperate continuous improvement program through: - Planning, organizing and scheduling business need - Performing new tasks/projects - Achieving Lean Lab. approach for all microbiological Lab activities Co-ordinate with other departments (e.g. Planning, Operational Quality, Production, Procurement) to achieve a positive tendency of work load/work quality according to Company demand. Support GPS implementation in managing different activities relevant to the role. Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Bachelors degree in Pharmaceutical Science or Science. 4 years of experience in a similar job is preferable in a multinational company Equipment manipulation Good computer and communication skills Good command of the English language Knowledge of EHS, GLP and GMP requirements Why GSK? At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, becoming a leader in Consumer Health, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. Now, we?re making the biggest changes we?ve made to our business in over 20 years. We?re on track to separate and create two new companies in 2022: New GSK with a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science; and a new world-leading consumer healthcare company of loved and trusted brands. With new ambition comes new purpose. For New GSK, this is to unite science, talent and technology to get ahead of disease together ? all with the clear ambition of delivering human health impact; stronger and more sustainable shareholder returns; and as a new GSK where outstanding people thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it. How we do all this is through our people and our culture. A culture that is ambitious for patients ? so we deliver what matters better and faster; accountable for impact ? with clear ownership of goals and support to succeed; and where we do the right thing. So, if you?re ready to improve the lives of billions, join us at this exciting moment in our journey. Join our challenge to get Ahead Together. Contact information: You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSKs commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. 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