Microbiological Lab Analyst

For almost six decades, Pharmathen has remained committed to its vision of improving patients’ lives through innovation and expanding access to complex pharmaceutical therapies.

Today, Pharmathen's capabilities extend across a broad range of specialized dosage forms, including sustained-release products, long-acting injectables, and oral solid dosage forms, while its portfolio includes more than 100 commercial products available internationally through a strong network of partners.

These activities are supported by a robust Research & Development and Manufacturing ecosystem, with three facilities in Greece.

The driving force behind Pharmathen is its people. With more than 1,600 employees representing 27 nationalities, the company fosters a multicultural workplace where women account for 53% of the workforce and 40% of the Senior Leadership Team.

Grounded in its shared values of integrity, quality, innovation, leadership and performance, and guided by strong business ethics and a commitment to its vision, Pharmathen remains dedicated to its founding mission: improving patients' lives.

Pharmathen offers a great opportunity for career development and is seeking to recruit a Microbiological Lab Analyst to join our team at our Pallini premises.

As a Microbiological Lab Analyst, the ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting microbiological tests that support the release of intermediates and finished products. These include routine and non-routine microbiological tests on in-process and final container products, as well as environmental monitoring samples. This position also contributes to the completion of routine technical tasks.

What you will do:

More particularly:

• Participate in the decentralized Peer Review Model by performing analytical testing and reviewing peers’ analytical data, according to assigned responsibilities and business needs
• Perform testing of samples, including in-process product samples, raw materials, and environmental monitoring (EM) samples
• Conduct sterility testing of finished products and raw materials
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all test results and laboratory records
• Maintain daily sample logs to ensure proper tracking and timely completion of testing activities
• Conduct laboratory investigations and communicate results when test outcomes fall outside established specifications (OOS)
• Support supplier and contract laboratory audits as part of the vendor certification program

The ideal candidate should have:

• Minimum an BSc Degree in Microbiology or relevant field
• 0 - 2 years of experience in a similar role

Job-Specific Skills:

• Excellent communication in English language (writing & speaking)
• Competent in microbiological laboratory instrumentation
• Strong problem solving skills

What you'll gain:

• Involvement in a high-caliber, team-oriented and dynamic atmosphere
• Exposure to challenging business issues and practices
• Great opportunity to leverage and develop your business knowledge and skills

Join our team and experience the unique Pharmathen’s culture that gives you the opportunity to innovate, to make decisions, to achieve your own potential and to chart your own career.

Pharmathen is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications regardless of gender, race, age, religion, sexual orientation, and national origin.