Microbiologist – Ipsen Wrexham
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Microbiologist Ipsen WrexhamCompany:
Ipsen Biopharm LtdAbout Ipsen:
Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience with global hubs in the U.S. France and the U.K we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.
Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration excellence and impact. At Ipsen every individual is empowered to be their true selves grow and thrive alongside the companys success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth creating real impact on patients and society!
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QC Microbiology Associate
Join Our AwardWinning Team at Ipsen Wrexham
At Ipsen we are committed to improving the lives of patients worldwide with a strong focus on developing and delivering innovative therapies in neuroscience and specialty care. Our Wrexham site plays a critical role in this missioncombining scientific excellence advanced technologies and a culture of continuous improvement.
We are proud to be both Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion site achievements that reflect the passion collaboration and commitment of our teams. With a recent 24M investment and an additional 86.4M expansion underway there has never been a more exciting time to join us.
If youre driven by quality innovation and meaningful purpose Ipsen Wrexham is where your work truly matters.
About the Role
As a Microbiologist you will play a key role within our QC Microbiology team performing critical microbiological testing and environmental monitoring activities to support the manufacture of sterile medicinal products. Your work ensures the safety quality and compliance of our products contributing directly to patient wellbeing.
This is a hands-on labbased role in a fastpaced GMP environmentideal for someone passionate about microbiology eager to learn and motivated by high standards of scientific excellence.
What You Will Do
In this role you will:
- Perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and controlled areas.
- Conduct microbiological testing of raw materials utilities (WFI purified water gases) in-process samples and final products.
- Carry out utility sampling in line with regulatory and site requirements.
- Perform microbial identification and bioburden testing.
- Complete QC testing of culture media and maintain adequate stock levels.
- Ensure laboratory equipment and workspaces remain inspectionready at all times.
- Record data accurately and compliantly in accordance with GMP and GLP expectations.
- Contribute to OOS/OOT investigations unplanned events and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support validation studies project work and new initiatives.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping safety and regulatory compliance (including Annex 1).
What You Bring
Essential:
- Experience working in a laboratory or cGMP production environment
- Knowledge of core microbiological techniques
- Strong attention to detail accuracy and documentation discipline
- Ability to work safely and compliantly in regulated environments
- HND (or equivalent experience) in a scientific discipline
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred:
- Experience in a GMPregulated microbiology lab
- Environmental monitoring experience
- Degree in a scientific discipline
- Familiarity with LIMS or electronic data systems
Why Ipsen
At Ipsen Wrexham youll be part of a growing site with:
- Significant recent investment and ongoing expansion
- A culture of excellence learning and continuous improvement
- Opportunities for development training and crossfunctional exposure
- A supportive collaborative environment where your contribution makes a real difference
Location: Onsite Wrexham
Working Type: Fully onsite
Department: QC Microbiology
If youre passionate about microbiology and want to be part of a highperforming team contributing to lifechanging medicines wed love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us make a meaningful impact together.
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Ipsen is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on innovation and specialty care to improve the lives of patients around the world.
