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embecta Company Microbiologist- 1 Year FTC in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland
embecta is a global diabetes care company that is leveraging its 100-year legacy in insulin delivery to empower people with diabetes to live their best life through innovative solutions, partnerships and the passion of more than 2,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit embecta.com or follow our social channels on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram and X (http://twitter.com/embecta) .
Why join us?
A career at embecta means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here our employees can fulfill their life’s purpose through the work that they do every day.
You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. Our Total Rewards program – which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth and life balance components – is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global employees.
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.