Microbiologist at Adcock Ingram Healthcare (2015-10 – Present)
- Perform analysis of raw materials, in-process bulk, finished products and third party samples according to specifications
- Conduct accurate and timely microbiological testing to support product release and production schedules
- Reporting of any OOS to microbiology supervisor and assist with OOS investigations
- Perform purified water and Water for Injection (WFI) testing, including microbiological and bacterial endotoxin testing in accordance with applicable EP and USP requirements
- Validation of purified and potable water using EP and USP methods
- Perform and trend environmental monitoring within controlled pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
- Conduct microbiological testing associated with sterility, bioburden and microbial limits as applicable to laboratory requirements
- Media preparation, pH, sterility and growth promotion tests
- Maintenance, control and verification of microbiological cultures (E.Coli, S.typhimurium, S.aureus, B.spizizenni, P.aeruginosa, C.albicans, A.brasiliensis, in-house flora)
- Identification of microorganisms using VITEK2 Compact
- Execution of side studies (e.g media shelf life, disinfectant efficacy) according to approved validation protocols
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and compliance
- Support the qualification of new laboratory instruments and equipment
- Maintenance of laboratory equipments, supplies, and to ensure effective testing
- Perform sterility verification tests on sterile facility garments, gloves, googles and other applicable materials
- Train and mentor new microbiologists and graduates, including assessment of competency against applicable laboratory requirements
- Assist with laboratory work planning and allocation of activities to ensure testing is completed within required timelines
- Maintain compliance with GMP, GLP, SOPs and Quality Management System requirements
- Apply data integrity principles, including appropriate documentation, traceability and accurate recording of laboratory data
Temporary Microbiologist at Adcock Ingram Healthcare (2013-07 – 2014-02)
- Perform microbiological testing of samples according to test methods
- Perform testing of potable and purified water (pH, Conductivity, E.Coli, P. aeruginosa, Coliforms)
- Perform environmental monitoring in production areas
- Media preparation and growth promotion testing
- Monitoring of temperatures and humidity of rooms and instruments
- Operations and maintenance of laboratory equipments
- Adhering to good laboratory practices
Junior Laboratory Assistant at University of Limpopo (2011-06 – 2012-03)
- Demonstrating for students during practicals
- Marking of practical test papers
- Assisting with laboratory cleanup and housekeeping after practicals
- Preparation of media and set-up of materials for students
- Autoclaving of waste and washing of glassware used for practicals
