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Quality Control Engineer Jobs in Oslo, Norway at Discover International
Title: Quality Control Engineer
Company: Discover International
Location: Oslo, Norway
We are seeking a QC Microbiology Engineer to join a leading pharmaceutical organisation based in Norway.
This role will be responsible for supporting microbiological quality control activities within a highly regulated GMP environment. The successful candidate will perform microbiological testing, support laboratory operations, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of product quality and patient safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in accordance with GMP requirements.
- Conduct environmental monitoring activities, including cleanroom monitoring and microbial assessments.
- Perform sterility testing, bioburden testing, endotoxin testing, and other microbiological assays where required.
- Review and interpret microbiological data, ensuring accurate documentation and timely reporting.
- Support investigations into deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and microbiological excursions.
- Maintain laboratory documentation, including test records, protocols, and quality reports.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory guidelines, and internal quality procedures.
- Support validation activities, method transfers, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work closely with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams.
- Maintain laboratory standards, equipment readiness, and a safe working environment.
Candidate Profile:
- Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
- Experience within a QC Microbiology, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated laboratory environment.
- Knowledge of GMP requirements and pharmaceutical quality systems.
- Experience with microbiological testing techniques, including environmental monitoring, sterility testing, or microbial identification.
- Strong understanding of laboratory practices and data integrity principles.
- Experience working within a cleanroom or controlled environment would be advantageous.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Fluent Norwegian is required; English proficiency is advantageous.
If this position seems interesting, please send a copy of your up-to-date CV to [email protected].
