Microbiological Lab Analyst (Rodopi)

Pharmathen · Sapes, Greece · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-29

Workplace: on_site

Department: QC BU Sapes Site

Description

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 Quality Control team at our Sapes premises.

The Microbiological Lab Analyst is 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.

More particularly:

What you’ll do:

Monitor samples, in-process product samples, raw materials, and environmental monitoring (EM) samples
Maintain accurate and complete test records
Maintain sample logs on a daily basis to ensure timely testing and tracking of all samples
Conduct and communicate results of lab investigations when test results fall outside pre-established specifications (OOS)
Support activities regarding audits of suppliers and contract labs in support of vendor certification program

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

BSc Degree in Microbiology and Biomedical Sciences
0 - 2 years of experience in a similar role will be considered an asset

Job-Specific Skills:

Excellent communication in English language (writing & speaking)
Competent in microbiological laboratory instrumentation
Strong problem solving skills
Able to work in rotating shifts

Benefits

What you will 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/scientific 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.

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Microbiological Lab Analyst - Rodopi

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