Senior Microbiology Team Lead
ViatrisIreland
Posted May 19, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally.
Job Description
The Senior Microbiology Team Lead is responsible for leading and coordinating microbiology laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with GMP, GLP, regulatory expectations, and company quality standards, and driving continuous improvement, technical excellence, and operational efficiency within the microbiology function.
Requirements
- Degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, or related scientific discipline
- Significant experience within a GMP microbiology laboratory environment
- Experience in a supervisory, team lead, or people management role within a regulated environment
- Strong experience in microbiological investigations, contamination control, environmental monitoring, and aseptic processing support
- Experience in microbial method validation/verification and laboratory equipment qualification
- Strong knowledge of EU GMP Annex 1, FDA Guidance for Aseptic Processing, USP/EP microbiological requirements, and Data Integrity expectations
- Experience leading teams and coordinating laboratory operations in a regulated environment
Benefits
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- Work-life balance initiatives
- Bonus scheme
- Health insurance
- Pension
