Microbiologist

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JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY

The role of the microbiologist is to provide technical support to the R&D Brussels Microbiology team aiming to support the Beverages for Life vision of our client. This position will be part of the R&D microbiology laboratory team supporting the Research & Innovation for Europe, Africa and Eurasia region. Knowledge and hands-on experience in food microbiology or beverage microbiology, and more specifically related to microbiological analytical testing and methods, are required.

REPORTS TO

EMEA Microbiology & Analytical Chemistry Senior Manager, R&D – Operations

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

· Samples management: manage requests, submit samples into laboratory information systems (LIMS), record and release of the microbiology results

· Testing of raw materials, in-process & finished products from Pilot Plant productions and product development research laboratory according to internal standards

· Collect and process samples in accordance with environmental monitoring sampling programs for Pilot Plant production area (i.e., swabbing of equipment surface, air sampling etc.)

· Ensure testing of samples carried out within turn-around-time (TAT) or agreed timescales with strict adherence to written methods and procedures and GLPs

· Trending and analysis of the environmental monitoring data

· Carry out microorganism identification using MALDI-TOF MS technique, culture collection maintenance

· Provide support to validation/verification of the Pilot Plant and laboratory equipment

· Prepare media, reagents, sanitize and sterilize lab and equipment

· Management of the daily laboratory tasks, daily upkeep and cleanliness of the laboratory, in compliance with all GLP standards

· Management of the consumables and reagents stock and purchase order

· Support the microbiological team in specific projects or requests, such as troubleshooting, challenge test studies and global projects.

· To liaise with all the cross functional teams within R&D Brussels department like Product developers, Pilot Plant and Product stability teams in order to facilitate communication and deliver expected objectives.

· Shipment of samples to external laboratories (when required)

· Work independently with support and direction from senior members of the staff and manager

Comply with all standard safety practices, safety rules, and all Company rules and policies.

EDUCATIONAL and TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

· Education: min. bachelor’s degree in food microbiology, environmental microbiology, food science or related field. Knowledge in food microbiology or environmental microbiology is required. Additional knowledge in the beverage industry is a plus.

· Experience: At least 2-3 years of experience in the food and beverage industry related to microbiological quality control analyzes and environmental monitoring.

· Proven hands-on experience in microbiology laboratory and in microbiological analytical methods, preferably in the food and beverage industry, with a sound knowledge in GLPs. Experience in challenge test studies is an asset.

· Experience in ISO17025 accredited lab and with quality management system are a plus.

· Strong communication, organizational, planning and IT skills; LIMS experience is an asset

· Curious, enthusiastic, proactive, and continuous improvement mindset

· Team player

· Ability to work on own initiative

· Flexible and autonomous

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Fluent in English, written and spoken.