Supervisor, Microbiology

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Our Team, Your Impact

We are seeking an experienced Microbiology Supervisor to lead our Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory. In this role, you will oversee microbiological testing activities in support of commercial and stability products while ensuring compliance with GMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements. You will provide technical leadership to a team of microbiologists, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as a key subject matter expert for microbiology-related operations and inspections.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

• Lead and develop a team of microbiologists through coaching, mentoring, performance management, and training.


• Oversee microbiological testing activities including:
  
  
  
  • Non-sterile pharmaceutical product testing
  
  
  • Environmental monitoring
  
  
  • Antimicrobial effectiveness testing
  
  
  • Microbial identification using compendial and in-house methods
  
  
  
  


• Review and approve laboratory data, reports, investigations, deviations, and change controls.


• Ensure data integrity and compliance through adherence to ALCOA+ principles and robust documentation practices.


• Support and lead laboratory investigations, troubleshooting activities, and root cause analyses.


• Act as the microbiology subject matter expert during regulatory inspections and customer audits.


• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and other Quality Control teams.


• Drive laboratory process improvements, compliance initiatives, and operational excellence projects.


• Manage laboratory resources, supplies, and scheduling to support manufacturing and product release timelines.


• Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Your Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline.


• Advanced degree is considered an asset.


• Minimum 8 years of experience in a pharmaceutical microbiology laboratory.


• Previous people leadership or supervisory experience.


• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits.


• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiology principles and compendial standards (USP, EP, JP).


• Experience with microbiological testing methods and laboratory instrumentation, including:
  
  
  
  • Endotoxin testing systems
  
  
  • Microbial identification platforms (e.g., Vitek, Biolog, Omnilog)
  
  
  • Autoclaves and sterility isolators
  
  
  
  


• Thorough understanding of GMP, cGMP, and GLP requirements.


• Strong knowledge of data integrity and quality systems.


• Proven leadership and team development capabilities.


• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Experience writing and reviewing SOPs, investigations, technical reports, and quality documentation.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems (LIMS).

How We’ll Take Care of You

At Teva Canada we provide a rewarding and collaborative work experience, with career growth and development opportunities for employees, in a safe and caring environment!  The typical hiring range for this position is $92,560-$115,700.  The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, this role may qualify for an annual bonus based on employment type. Certain positions may also be eligible for a sales commission structure as part of the overall compensation package. Beyond base pay, Teva also offers a comprehensive suite of wellness and benefits programs tailored to role and employment type, that continue to rank among the best in our industry! Our competitive offerings are designed to provide flexibility, security, and meaningful choices, empowering employees to thrive both personally and professionally throughout their journey with us. 

As part of our commitment to well-being, employees may have access to:

• Teva Canada’s choices Benefit Plan including Health, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program & Virtual Health Programs


• Retirement Savings Programs


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)


• Time for yourself or those you care about, through paid time for Vacation, Wellness days, Care/Sick days, Teva Days and Volunteer Days


• Education Assistance Program


• Recognition programs such as Employee Service Awards


• Employee Discounts


• And much more! 

More exciting details on the specific total rewards offerings to be provided at the offer stage depending on the position and employment type hiring for. This position will fill a current vacancy and Teva Canada may use an artificial intelligence (AI) system to assist with the initial screening and evaluation of job applications by analyzing for relevant skills, professional experience, and education, that best match the posted job qualifications. It is important to note that all final decisions in this process are made by a member of the hiring team.

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