Microbiology Expert (M/F/X)
Geneva
Key information
- Publication date:03 September 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Geneva
Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1,000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.
As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you!
Job description
We are looking for a microbiology expert (M/F/X) whose main objective will be to ensure the microbiological compliance of components and finished products by defining and validating robust control strategies adapted to regulatory requirements.
🔥Your missions
- Define the control strategy upon receipt of new raw materials
- Identify microbiological CMAs (Critical Material Attributes) and define specification limits
- Develop an adapted strategy for the development and validation of microbiological methods
- Write and update analytical test and microbiological sampling instructions
- Participate in risk assessments of new suppliers, analyze provided microbiological data and evaluate potential risks
- Conduct a microbiological risk assessment of raw materials
- Define the microbiological CQAs (Critical Quality Attributes) of the finished product
- Establish microbiological specification limits and justify their choice according to regulatory requirements
- Define an adapted strategy for the development and validation of microbiological methods intended for the quality control (QC) laboratory
- Determine an adapted sampling plan for batch release
- Write and update routine microbiological test instructions
- Evaluate manufacturing processes to identify critical steps and in-process control tests to be implemented
- Conduct a microbiological risk assessment of the finished product
🎯Your profile
- You have a higher degree in microbiology, biotechnology, pharmacy or an equivalent scientific field
- You have proven experience in microbiological analysis of raw materials and finished products, ideally in the pharmaceutical and/or medical device sectors
- You master the validation of microbiological methods and risk assessment
- You are proficient in English (written and spoken)
- You have good knowledge of laboratory tools and software (LIMS, Excel, etc.)
- You demonstrate rigor, analytical skills, are able to work in a team and communicate effectively
💡Why choose us?
An international community bringing together more than 110 different nationalities
An environment where trust is central: 70% of our leaders started their careers at the first level of responsibility
A solid training system with our internal Academy and more than 250 modules available
A dynamic workplace that frequently gathers for internal events (afterworks, team buildings, etc.)
Strong commitments in CSR, notably through our WeCare Together program
Amaris Consulting promotes equal opportunities. We are committed to bringing together talents from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive work environment. In this spirit, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability or other characteristics.
