Quality Control Microbiologist - Permanent Position

Quality Control Microbiologist - Permanent Position

The Company

Eisai is a leading research based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology, Neurology and Pain therapy areas. 

Eisai Manufacturing is the hub of Eisai’s production and supply chain.  We make tablets, package these into blisters, label and package vials and bottles. We also manage the wider medicines supply chain and other companies who undertake work on our behalf.

By joining Eisai, you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy, which means that we put the patient first in everything we do. 

Your new role

As a QC Microbiologist EML (Eisai Manufacturing Ltd) you will ensure that all appropriate materials are tested for microbiological contamination according to agreed specifications and procedures and within agreed lead times. The microbiologist will act as the subject matter expert point for all microbiological topics within EML.

Duties are performed to ensure:
A safe working environment is maintained for self and other Eisai employees, ensuring all near-miss incidents and accidents are reported in accordance with procedures.
The Quality of products manufactured and released is assured through adherence to all procedures.
Opportunities to improve operations and reduce cost are identified and progressed through the continuous improvement and demand innovation initiatives.
Eisai’s philosophy of hhc (human health care) is at the forefront of daily activities.
All stakeholder and customer expectations are understood and met through communication. 
Performance is in line with personal and Eisai objectives with demonstrated behaviors and competencies.

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Microbiology or related scientific discipline


• Demonstrated experience within a QC Pharmaceutical Microbiology Laboratory


• Good knowledge of Microbiological testing techniques e.g. water testing, microbial limit testing and identification techniques 


• Demonstrated Knowledge, understanding and application of GMP Guidelines and Regulations


• Knowledge of Quality Control, Quality Assurance and Quality Systems and a basic understanding of manufacture and packaging of pharmaceutical products


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communication links within EML, affiliated organisations and other customers


• Good technical and scientific judgement


• Ability to interpret complex data and present key findings


• Computer literate e.g. Word, Excel and PowerPoint

What we offer in return

Eisai offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes,

• Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles


• Discretionary Bonus


• Free onsite parking


• Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop


• Learning and development opportunities


• Retail discounts


• Well-being & mental health awareness programmes 


• Multi-faith prayer room

You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

What you need to do next 

If you are interested in this position, please click ‘apply now’ at the top of this advert. Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete your profile and upload a copy of your CV along with any additional information to support your application. 
If you have any questions, please contact us on [email protected] 

Eisai Recruitment Statement

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Eisai EMEA EDI Commitment Statement

We believe that diverse and inclusive teams promote wellbeing, learning and innovation, helping Eisai serve our patients, their families, our employees, and society. 
Our commitment is: 

• to embrace and celebrate our differences, respecting and valuing each other. 


• to include equity, diversity, and inclusion practices in all that we do so everyone has a full sense of belonging. 


• to value individual talent where every employee can be themselves and thrive in an environment of openness, trust, and integrity