Hikma Pharmaceuticals · 1 week ago
Supervisor, Microbiology
Cherry Hill, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$67K/yr - $1,331K/yr
5+ years expHikma Pharmaceuticals is a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, committed to making high-quality medicines accessible. They are seeking a Supervisor, Microbiology to oversee microbiologists and ensure the accuracy of test results and compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Control the workflow of the microbiology laboratory by supervising, planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the group to support production, stability program, technical services, and R&D. Ensure adequate supplies and equipment are available for testing and maintain expenses at or below budget. Analyze workflow, prepare metrics, and make recommendations to improve productivity and efficiency of group and generate cost savings
Enforce policies and procedures by monitoring the testing techniques and accuracy of all records and documentation that is done in the lab to ensure compliance. Ensure that team members are properly trained and proficient before allowing them to perform any tasks. Review laboratory records for accuracy, completeness, compliance, and conformance to specifications. Approve laboratory records and ensure initiation of laboratory events and investigations as required. Ensure compliance in the group and keep the department ready for both internal and external audits
Oversee instrument/equipment maintenance and calibration programs. Troubleshoot and resolve instrument/equipment problems. Ensure maintenance and calibrations are done in accordance with required schedule. Develop proposals for new laboratory systems and equipment. Execute validation studies, prepare summary reports, and change controls. Stay current on laboratory instruments and methods. Ensure completion of all protocols, validations, and summary reports in a timely manner
Prepare and/or revise SOPs to ensure compliance with regulations and current practices. Keep current on regulations and industry best practices pertaining to the group and update SOPs to improve compliance. Prepare and execute change controls as needed to support changes to the program
Make appropriate staffing recommendations, support laboratory cross-training efforts, evaluate team member performance, perform appraisals, and ensure team members have development plans
Resolve deviations. Investigate and/or work closely with investigators to determine root cause of deviations. Prepare all necessary reports in a timely manner to meet compliance requirements and business needs
Interact with FDA and other regulatory/audit groups. Working knowledge of FDA regulations and application of GLPs and GMPs
Qualification
Required
Must have a BS and 7 years of pharmaceutical microbiology experience or a MS and 5 years of pharmaceutical microbiology experience
Must have 3-5 years of supervisory experience
Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects
Excellent writing and computer skills and ability to present data in a logical manner
Excellent interpersonal, communication, influencing, negotiation skills
Understanding of scientific strategies and ability to invent new methods or new avenues of investigation
Demonstrated effectiveness in task completion, decision making, and problem solving
Working knowledge of FDA regulations, application of GLPs and GMPs
Experience interacting with personnel from regulatory agencies
Preferred
Pharmaceutical Microbiology experience with injectable/aseptic manufacturing preferred
Benefits
Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
11 company paid holidays
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
Employee discount program
Wellbeing rewards program
Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
Career advancement and growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Paid maternity and parental leave
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.
Company
Hikma Pharmaceuticals
Hikma focuses on a wide range of generic, branded generic and in licensed pharmaceutical products
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$250MKey Investors
International Finance Corporation
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2005-11-04IPO
Leadership Team
Said Darwazah
Chief Executive Officer
Khalid Nabilsi
Chief Financial Officer
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