Senior Microbiologist Job in Sgs India Private Limited

Location: Chennai

Employment Type: Full-time

SGS is the world s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. Known globally for quality and integrity, we employ over 94,000 people across 2,600+ offices and laboratories worldwide.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Microbiologist to join our Chennai laboratory team. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive experience in microbiological testing, method validation, and compliance with regulatory and quality standards related to food, water, and agricultural products.

• Perform routine microbiological and biochemical laboratory tasks as assigned
• Maintain accurate records and documentation per laboratory standards and quality system requirements
• Complete method validations and compile related data, reports, and spreadsheets
• Review and confirm test results before forwarding for report generation
• Ensure strict adherence to laboratory safety protocols for chemical and microbiological work
• Be flexible to work additional hours or shifts when necessary
• Assist with audit documentation review and ensure compliance with lab specifications
• Conduct biological testing operations aligned with lab accreditation standards
• Work collaboratively within a team while maintaining adaptability to meet quality objectives
• Focus on microbiological testing in compliance with NABL certification and approvals from EIC and BIS

• Essential: M.Sc. in Microbiology
• Desirable: M.Sc. or B.Tech in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Food Technology, or Biotechnology

• 4 to 8 years of relevant experience in a commercial testing lab focused on microbiological analysis of natural, food, and agricultural products
• Strong knowledge of ISO 17025 and regulatory standards including BIS, EIC, APEDA, and NABL
• Expertise in microbiological test scope assessments per Codex, EU, and FSSAI food product standards
• Proficiency in spectrophotometry measurements, method optimization, validation, and verification