Quality Control Microbiological Laboratory Technician - Mendrisio Site (Ticino)

Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Mendrisio (Switzerland), Sintetica's mission is to continuously strive to improve therapies by enhancing its products' formulations and usability for the benefit of clinicians and patients.

We do so in close cooperation with clinical experts, who shape our understanding of their unmet needs and drive our efforts to address them. With this trust and insight, we push the limits of science and technology to make therapies safer for patients and easier to perform. Every year we reliably supply millions of doses of our products across a range of therapeutic classes, including anaesthesia and analgesia, while expanding to address further healthcare needs.

To strengthen our Quality Control department at our headquarter in Mendrisio (Switzerland), we are currently looking for a Quality Control Microbiological Laboratory Technician.

Job Description

The Quality Control Microbiological Laboratory Technician plays an essential role in the laboratory’s day-to-day operations, ensuring that the activities assigned to the microbiological laboratory are carried out within the established timelines and in compliance with procedures.
The Quality Control Microbiological Laboratory Technician will report to the Quality Control Microbiological Laboratory Responsible

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental monitoring (air, surfaces, and particle monitoring) in classified areas
• Conduct microbiological analyses (bioburden testing, sterility testing, and LAL testing using kinetic-chromogenic and gel-clot methods)
• Perform sampling and microbiological analysis of plant utilities (water, steam, compressed gases)
• Perform microbiological analysis of raw materials
• Perform sub-visible particle count testing on finished products
• Perform microbial identification
• Execute incoming testing of laboratory materials in use (GPT, bioindicator population, etc.)
• Execute method validations for LAL testing, sterility testing, and bioburden testing
• Carry out sampling and analyses required for process validation and cleaning validation activities
• Issue and complete laboratory documentation, ensuring accuracy and correctness (logbooks, protocols, and reports)
• Ensure maintenance, cleaning, and efficiency of laboratory equipment and facilities
• Actively participate in audits

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology (CTF), or related disciplines
• At least 5 years of experience in Microbiological Quality Control within the pharmaceutical industry
• Knowledge of LIMS systems (preferred) and SAP
• Accuracy, reliability and a strong sense of responsibility
• Ability to work independently and a proactive attitude
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Good knowledge of the English language, knowledge of French will be considered an asset

We offer

• Fulltime permanent employment in a young working environment and positive culture.
• Sintetica promotes diversity and gender equality.