We’re Hiring: Microbiology Manager Food & Pharmaceutical Testing Division EFRAC - Barasat, Kolkata

EFRAC is seeking an experienced and technically solid

Microbiology Manager

to lead end-to-end microbiology operations for our

Food and Pharmaceutical Testing Divisions , with a

strong preference for candidates from Food Microbiology Testing laboratories .

Key Responsibilities 1. Technical Leadership Lead and oversee all microbiological testing activities for

food, pharmaceutical, water, environmental, and surface samples . Ensure appropriate

method selection, validation, verification , and strict adherence to SOPs. Troubleshoot complex technical issues related to

media preparation, contamination, equipment performance, and test execution . Review and approve analytical results and reports, ensuring technical accuracy and data integrity. Maintain expertise in

classical and advanced microbiological methods , including rapid and PCR-based techniques and automated pathogen detection systems. 2. Operations & Quality Management Ensure full compliance with

ISO/IEC 17025 ,





FSSAI ,

USFDA , and other applicable regulatory requirements. Work closely with the QA team during

internal audits, external audits, CAPAs, and method reviews . Monitor

turnaround time (TAT) , capacity planning, and optimal resource utilization. Oversee

media preparation, sterilization processes, culture management, consumables planning, and instrument calibration . Enforce strict

biosafety, hygiene, and contamination-control practices . 3. Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and manage a team of microbiologists, analysts, and technicians. Allocate daily workloads and ensure timely and accurate test completion. Conduct

training programs, competency assessments, and continuous skill development initiatives . Foster a culture of

ownership, discipline, quality, and continuous improvement . Guide junior staff on method interpretation, troubleshooting, and documentation best practices.

📌 Microbiology Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 EFRAC Lab
📍 Mumbai