MSc Microbiology Jobs at Cipla
Looking for MSc Microbiology Jobs in the pharmaceutical industry? Here’s an exciting chance to join one of India’s leading pharma companies through the latest Cipla Careers opening for the role of Junior Team Member – Microbiology in Rangpo, Sikkim. This role is an excellent opportunity for life science graduates who want hands-on microbiology lab experience, exposure to cGMP practices, and long-term career growth in quality and analytical operations. Candidates with expertise in microbiological analysis, sterility testing, and environmental monitoring can build a rewarding future in one of the most trusted pharma environments.
About Cipla
Cipla is one of India’s leading pharmaceutical companies known for its commitment to affordable healthcare and innovation. Established in 1935, Cipla has built a strong global presence across more than 80 countries. The company focuses on respiratory, oncology, urology, cardiology, and infectious disease therapies while continuously creating new Life Science Jobs for skilled professionals. Through Cipla Careers, the company offers excellent growth opportunities, learning exposure, and advanced pharmaceutical research and manufacturing environments for candidates seeking an opportunity for life science graduates.
Job Details
- Job Title: Junior Team Member – Microbiology
- Country: India
- State: Sikkim
- Location: Rangpo
- Req ID: 103667
Job Purpose
The Junior Team Member – Microbiology is responsible for executing analysis of allocated samples and producing reliable and reproducible results to ensure compliance with microbiological quality parameters, predefined specifications, and standards.
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities (1/6)
- Analyse and review samples based on work allocation to meet the service level agreement (SLA)
- Analyse samples as per priority and work allocation
- Review data as per respective specifications, microbiological methods, and obtained results
- Prepare, review, and submit reports to the Team Leader within stipulated timelines to support timely sample release and achieve SLA requirements
Key Accountabilities (2/6)
- Report errors, abnormal observations, and non-compliances related to procedures, equipment, and instruments to facilitate timely action and avoid release delays
- Initiate investigations and take necessary corrective and preventive actions
- Investigate incidences and laboratory errors on a priority basis to ensure timely batch release and prevent recurring issues
Key Accountabilities (3/6)
- Document entries, raw data, and findings concurrently in relevant test data sheets to facilitate QA review and avoid missed entries
- Review reports as per cGMP and GDP requirements for GLP compliance
- Ensure no GMP or regulatory concerns are raised by adhering to SOPs and established procedures
Key Accountabilities (4/6)
- Evaluate and document instrument and equipment breakdowns and suggest mechanisms to avoid recurrence
- Maintain equipment and instruments optimally to ensure no incidences or non-compliances occur due to equipment malfunction
Major Challenges
- Availability of validation records for analysis samples can become challenging when validation is performed at other sites
- Material and resource availability can become difficult due to conflicting priorities between laboratories and coordination challenges among analysts, making SLA fulfilment difficult
Key Interactions
Key Interactions (1/2) – Internal
- Units for receiving specifications, documents, protocols, area availability, etc. (daily)
- QA/QC teams for product sample release (daily)
- Stores department for procuring materials (need basis)
- Communicate observations related to specifications whenever identified
Key Interactions (2/2) – External
- CQA for procuring pharmacopoeial guidelines (need basis)
Dimensions
Dimensions (1/2)
- Review and release approximately 15 MLT reports daily to achieve SLA
- Review and release approximately:
- 15 sterility batches weekly
- 15 bioload samples
- Analyse and release 50 water samples
- Handle 10 Technical Information Sheets for swab analysis
- Perform 6 Autoclave and DHS operations
- Release 200 locations daily for environmental monitoring
Key Decisions
Key Decisions (1/2) – Recommendations
- Recommend daily media and plate requirements to the Team Leader – Microbiology
Education Qualification
- M.Sc. in Microbiology
Relevant Work Experience
- 1–5 years of experience for Analyst role
- 3–7 years of experience for Reviewer role
- Good knowledge of Microbiology
- Ability to perform assigned tasks effectively
- Good communication skills in English.
