:
Lead and oversee the Microbiology Division of the laboratory.
Plan, manage, and review microbiological testing of food, pharma, and environmental samples, including:

o Pathogen detection (E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, Staphylococcus, etc.)

o Total Plate Count, Yeast & Mold, Coliforms o Sterility, Endotoxin, Preservative Efficacy, Microbial Limits (for Pharma)

o Water and environmental monitoring samples
Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017, NABL guidelines, FSSAI, CDSCO, BIS, and international standards.
Supervise method validation, verification, and microbiological quality control.
Review, interpret, and authorize microbiological test reports as Authorized Signatory.
Guide and train microbiology team members on advanced techniques and Valuable Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Ensure calibration, maintenance, and performance verification of instruments (Incubators, Autoclaves, PCR, Biosafety Cabinets, ELISA readers, etc.).
Coordinate with QA/Quality Head for internal audits, NABL assessments, CAPA, and proficiency testing schemes.




Liaise with clients to provide technical interpretation of microbiological test results.
Implement Biosafety practices, contamination control, and laboratory hygiene standards.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in microbiology operations.

Qualifications & Skills:
Master’s / Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Food Technology, or related disciplines.
Minimum 10–15 years of experience in microbiological testing, with at least 5 years in a leadership / HOD role.
Robust knowledge of NABL standards, FSSAI, CDSCO, USP, IP, and international microbiological guidelines.
Hands-on expertise in pathogen detection, microbial limits testing, sterility, endotoxin testing, and advanced microbial identification techniques.
Experience as an Authorized Signatory in NABL-accredited labs preferred.
Solid leadership, analytical, and team management skills.
Excellent communication and client-handling abilities.
Proficiency in LIMS and laboratory documentation systems preferred.

📌 Micro Head New Delhi (India)
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📍 India