Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Lab Technician is responsible for supporting laboratory and cleanroom-based testing activities to ensure product quality, contamination control, and regulatory compliance.
• This entry-level role involves performing routine environmental monitoring, microbiological and chemical testing, and assisting with quality system processes in a controlled laboratory environment.
• The role requires strict adherence to cleanroom behaviours, good documentation practices, and quality standards to support manufacturing and quality control operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Cleanroom & Environmental Monitoring:

• Follow and maintain qualification in ISO 7 and ISO 8 cleanroom gowning procedures to ensure compliance with contamination control standards.
• Perform routine Environmental Monitoring (EM), including viable and non-viable sampling in classified cleanroom areas.
• Support monitoring of cleanroom conditions and report any deviations from expected standards.

Laboratory Testing:

• Conduct microbiological and chemical testing including:
• Bioburden.
• Bacterial endotoxin (LAL).
• Total Organic Carbon (TOC).
• Conductivity.
• Perform particulate matter testing in accordance with USP <788> requirements.
• Assist with sample preparation, handling, and documentation.

Microbiology Activities:

• Support incubation, enumeration, and recording of microbiological results.
• Perform growth promotion testing and sterility verification of media.
• Ensure accurate data recording and reporting in line with laboratory procedures.

Quality & Compliance:

• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions at all times.
• Support investigations including deviations, non-conformances, and out-of-specification (OOS) results.
• Assist in the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation to support audits and inspections.

Data & Reporting:

• Assist in trending of environmental and laboratory data.
• Support preparation of routine reports (e.g., monthly or quarterly summaries).
• Escalate abnormal trends or results to senior staff.

Continuous Improvement & Teamwork:

• Participate in daily team meetings (e.g., SQDIP) and contribute to problem-solving activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Manufacturing, and Facilities.
• Support updates to work instructions and laboratory documentation where required.

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• Degree or equivalent in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques and aseptic practices.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and work in a regulated environment.

Desirable:

• Exposure to cleanroom environments (ISO 7 / ISO 8).
• Basic knowledge of environmental monitoring or microbiological testing.
• Understanding of GMP, quality systems, or regulated industries.

Key Skills & Behaviours:

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong documentation and data integrity mindset.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Proactive and quality-focused approach.

Working Conditions:

• Work in controlled laboratory and cleanroom environments.
• Requirement to wear appropriate PPE and cleanroom gowning.
• May involve standing for extended periods and handling laboratory equipment.

Career Development:

This role provides foundational experience in contamination control, microbiology, and quality systems, with progression opportunities into:

• Senior Lab Technician.
• Microbiologist.
• Quality Control / Quality Assurance roles.
• Contamination Control & Sterility Assurance specialist roles.