Microbiologist Quality Control Specialist ,Laboratory Incharge
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia +966 57 976 4312
[email protected]
Iqama: Transferable
Profession: Microbiologist
Nationality: Pakistani
Notice Period: Immediate
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Microbiologist with 10+ years of comprehensive laboratory experience in pharmaceutical quality con
trol, clinical diagnostics, and public health sectors. Expert in microbiological testing, quality assurance systems
(GMP/GLP, HACCP, ISO), vaccine production, clinical laboratory management, and environmental monitoring.
Proven track record managing laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with international standards, and de-
levering accurate diagnostic results. Currently based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia seeking Microbiologist, QC Officer,
or Laboratory Incharge role with pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, or diagnostic centers.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Lab Incharge / Microbiologist January 2023 – December 2025
Human Health Care Laboratory & Diagnostic Center 3 Years
Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory — Multi-Specialty Diagnostic Services
• Managed complete laboratory operations including clinical microbiology, hematology, biochemistry, serology,
and molecular diagnostics ensuring compliance with Saudi MOH regulations and international quality standards
• Supervised team of laboratory technicians performing microbiological testing (culture and sensitivity, sterility
testing), clinical diagnostics (blood tests, urine analysis, serology), and biochemical assays for 100+ patients
daily
• Maintained strict hygiene and biosafety standards (BSL-2) including proper handling of infectious samples, waste
management protocols, and equipment sterilization ensuring zero contamination incidents
• Operated and maintained laboratory equipment including automated analyzers, spectrophotometers, micro-
scopes, incubators, autoclaves, and PCR machines ensuring proper calibration and functionality
• Ensured accuracy, reliability, and timely delivery of diagnostic reports (TAT: 4-24 hours) coordinating with
physicians for clinical interpretation and patient management
• Implemented quality control procedures including internal quality checks, external quality assurance programs
(EQAS), and standard operating procedures (SOPs) maintaining 98% accuracy rate
• Managed laboratory inventory including reagents, culture media, consumables, and test kits ensuring adequate
stock levels and proper storage conditions (temperature monitoring, expiry management)
Officer Quality Control & Microbiologist November 2019 – December 2020
One Life Food & Beverages, Pakistan 1 Year
Food & Beverage Manufacturing — Quality Assurance Department
• Performed comprehensive microbiological analysis of raw materials (water, milk, ingredients), in-process samples,
finished products (beverages, juices), and environmental monitoring (air, surfaces, personnel) ensuring food
safety compliance
• Conducted sterility testing, endotoxin testing (LAL test), microbial limit tests (total plate count, yeast/mold,
coliforms, pathogens), and water quality analysis (potable and process water) per FDA and HACCP standards
• Ensured compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), sanitation standards, and documentation re-
quirements maintaining comprehensive testing records and deviation reports
• Performed environmental monitoring of production areas including air sampling (settle plates, active air sam-
plers), surface swabs, and personnel hygiene monitoring ensuring clean room standards
• Collaborated with production team on hygiene validation, equipment sanitization verification, and CIP (Clean-
In-Place) effectiveness testing
Officer Quality Control & Microbiologist January 2014 – November 2019
Nutrabiotics Life Science, Pakistan 5.9 Years
Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Manufacturing — Quality Control Laboratory
• Executed quality control testing for pharmaceutical products (tablets, capsules, syrups, injectables) and nu-
traceuticals including microbiological testing (sterility, microbial limits, bioburden), chemical analysis, and sta-
bility studies
• Performed environmental monitoring of manufacturing areas (Class 100/10,000 clean rooms) including viable and
non-viable particle counting, air sampling, surface monitoring, and personnel monitoring per cGMP requirements
• Supported production and R&D departments with method development, validation studies, shelf-life testing,
and new product development ensuring regulatory compliance (FDA, WHO-GMP)
• Maintained compliance documentation including batch testing records, stability data, out-of-specification (OOS)
investigations, CAPA reports, and change control documentation for regulatory inspections
• Calibrated and maintained laboratory equipment (autoclaves, incubators, laminar flow hoods, pH meters, spec-
trophotometers) ensuring measurement accuracy and traceability
Microbiologist / Quality Control Officer August 2012 – May 2013
LOWIIT Pharmaceutical Industry, Peshawar, Pakistan 9 Months
• Carried out quality control testing for pharmaceutical products including sterility testing (membrane filtration,
direct inoculation), microbial limit tests, and antimicrobial effectiveness testing (preservative efficacy)
• Managed microbial culture preparation, media preparation (preparation and sterility validation), and antibiotic
sensitivity testing (disc diffusion, MIC determination) for clinical samples
• Supported production team in maintaining hygiene standards, sanitation procedures, and personnel training on
GMP practices and contamination control
Laboratory Technician April 2012 – August 2012
Swat Clinical Laboratory, Pakistan 4 Months
• Conducted clinical diagnostic tests including hematology (CBC, ESR, blood grouping), urine analysis (routine
and microscopy), serology (infectious disease markers), and biochemistry (glucose, lipid profile, liver/kidney
function)
• Operated laboratory instruments including automated hematology analyzers, chemistry analyzers, microscopes,
and centrifuges maintaining accurate records and quality control logs
• Assisted physicians with accurate diagnosis through timely laboratory results and critical value reporting
Public Health Experience (Pakistan):
Temporary Tehsil Monitor (TTM) – WHO Polio Eradication Program Dec 2020 – Dec 2025
Monitored polio vaccination teams, ensured data accuracy, supervised health workers, coordinated with district
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