Sampler / Pharma Microbiology Analyst (m/f/d)

Your Tasks:

We are seeking a highly motivated Sampler / Microbiology Analyst with strong life-science expertise and high IT affinity to join our Quality Control Microbiology team in Schönenwerd.
This hybrid position combines utility and environmental sampling with microbiological laboratory testing, ensuring compliance with GMP, regulatory standards, and internal quality expectations.

• Conduct GMPcompliant sampling of: Utilities: purified water, WFI, compressed air, gases, clean steam; Environmental monitoring: viable & non-viable air, surfaces, personnel; Inprocess materials and intermediates (excluding raw materials)
  
• Execute aseptic sampling procedures and uphold contamination-control standards.
  
• Accurately record all sampling activities using our LIMS systems, and digital batch records.
  
• Coordinate sampling schedules, including time-critical activities.
  
• Perform routine microbiological analyses
  
• Prepare media, reagents, and test materials according to SOPs.
  
• Maintain laboratory hygiene, equipment checks, and documentation.
  
• Support deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and process improvements
  
• This role includes occasional or scheduled weekend work as part of a rotation to support time-critical sampling and microbiological testing.
  
• Flexibility and reliability for weekend assignments are required.

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master degree in Life Sciences, such as Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or equivalent.
  
• Experience in microbiology, environmental monitoring, utility sampling, or GMP laboratory work is an advantage.
  
• Solid understanding of microbiology, aseptic techniques, and GMP principles
  
• Very good understanding of IT and Office applications
  
• High proficiency with digital laboratory systems (e.g. LIMS).
  
• Confident use of electronic data capture, structured workflows, and digital documentation.
  
• Understanding of data integrity (ALCOA+), audit trails, and electronic GMP systems.
  
• Ability to navigate multiple platforms and contribute to digitalization initiatives.

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