Quality Control (QC) Microbiologist (Pharmaceutical Company) at Zamiva Transnational Services

Zamiva Transnational Services is a full-fledged human capital development and management consultancy servicing company incorporated in August , 2021 with its corporate Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to ensuring quality value addition to our clients’ businesses spanning all sectorsof the economy in the areas of HR consulting, outsourcing , talent acquisition, executive search, employee/reference background verification, payroll management, learning & development, renting, catering and janitorial services, etc., leveraging research, technology , a highly skilled and passionate human capital base, and our core values of Collaboration, Leadership, Integrity, Continuous Improvement, High Performance and Expertise.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality Control (QC) Microbiologist (Pharmaceutical Company)

Location: Mowe, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Quality Control (QC) Microbiologist will ensure product safety and compliance by testing raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods for microbial contamination.
• Manages critical tasks like sterility testing, environmental monitoring, and endotoxin analysis, essential for preventing contamination in products like vaccines, injectables, and raw materials, adhering strictly to cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices).

Key responsibilities

• Testing and Analysis: Executing bioburden testing, microbial identification, growth promotion, and water testing to ensure product quality.
• Environmental Monitoring: Monitoring manufacturing areas for cleanliness by testing air, surfaces, and personnel.
• Compliance: Ensuring all activities align with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, EMA) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Documentation: Reviewing, approving, and maintaining accurate records of laboratory tests.
• Investigation: Conducting investigations into contamination events, OOS (Out of Specification) results, and implementing corrective actions.
• Performs any other tasks assigned by management.

Required Specifications

• B.Sc/HND in Microbiology, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certification (Certified Quality Manager) is desirable
• A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant leadership experience in a structured pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation is required
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of cGMP and relevant regulatory bodies is essential
• The ability to prepare departmental standard operating procedures ( SOPs) and carry out factory audit exercises is essential.
• Adaptability and continuous learning
• Attention to detail.
• Preference will be given to candidates living around Ikeja, Isheri, Ojodu-Berger, Alausa, Ojota, Ketu, Magodo, Omole, Magboro and environs.

Salary
N600,000 – N700,000 (Monthly Net).

Application Closing Date
7th February, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their detailed CV to: transnationalzamiva21@yahoo.com or metusmetus73@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: You may also send your CV to my WhatsApp number: 09060194404.