Work as QC Microbiology Senior Manager at Amgen

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world’s toughest diseases, and make people’s lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what’s known today.

Post : QC Microbiology Senior Manager

Role Description :
The Senior Manager QC Microbiology is responsible for leading and managing the Micro and Environmental Monitoring teams. This role involves setting goals, managing performance, and providing clear direction in line with company goals, with safety as the foundation of all activities.

Key Responsibilities : The Senior Manager is the key contact for microbiology-related activities for the site and network and leads the team during regulatory inspections, ensuring network alignment on commitments prior to agreement with agencies. They ensure that quality and compliance requirements are executed as established in the site’s SOP and corporate guidelines, providing necessary coaching and guidance. The role requires managing multiple competing priorities, including site and functional responsibilities, frequent communications, and attending meetings as lead microbiologist on site. Most importantly they provide environmental compliance oversight to support aseptic production activities.

Candidate Profile
The successful candidate for this role will bring the following education, skills and experience
• Education : Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, Biology or related science discipline
• Experience : Minimum of 10 years of related experience in GMP Aseptic or Sterile Manufacturing environment, working in Environmental Monitoring and/or Microbiology laboratory. Strong Environmental Monitoring management experience in a sterile manufacturing site is required. Knowledge of current trends in Aseptic Manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance requirements for Pharmaceutical/Biological manufacturing is preferred.
• Leadership : Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including establishing direction and goals, guiding execution, and fostering a team-based environment. Demonstrated mentoring and coaching, influencing, negotiating, and personal interaction skills.

Additional Information
Experience : 10 years
Qualification : Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, Biology
Location : Ireland - Dun Laoghaire
Industry Type : Pharma/ Healthcare/ Clinical research
End Date : 30th December 2025