Title:  Microbiologist, QC

Location: APM-Salt, Jordan

Job Type: Full-time

About Us

For over 45 years, Hikma Pharmaceuticals has been putting better health within reach, every day, by creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to those who need them. We are helping to shape a healthier world that enriches all our communities, and our global team of 9,400+ empowered colleagues are central to this mission.

As a trusted and reliable partner of over 825 high-quality generics, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products, we are driven to improve access to medicine. Through our 29 manufacturing plants, 3 R&D hubs across MENA, North America and Europe, our footprint allows us to play a critical role in serving patients. 

Description:

We are looking for a talented microbiologist, QC to join us. At Hikma you’ll be supported by a culture of progress and belonging where people are encouraged to develop, wellbeing is prioritised and our inclusive approach values contributions from all. We’re seeking candidates who embody our values: Innovative, driven to keep learning; Caring, genuinely compassionate in their work; and Collaborative, eager to solve problems together.

If you want to be part of a team that cares about impact, this is the place for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine microbiological testing in accordance with approved specifications, analytical methods, and standard operating procedures.

• Conduct microbial limit testing, bioburden testing, water sampling and testing, and environmental monitoring activities in classified areas.

• Prepare culture media, reagents, and microbiological solutions following approved procedures and good laboratory practices.

• Assist in method validation, method verification, growth promotion testing, and laboratory investigations related to microbiological analysis.

• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant documentation records in laboratory notebooks, worksheets, logbooks, and electronic systems.

• Ensure all laboratory activities comply with cGMP requirements, data integrity principles, and company quality standards.

• Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments according to approved procedures.

• Report laboratory deviations, out-of-specification results, and abnormal findings promptly to the supervisor.

• Participate in internal continuous improvement initiatives within the Quality Control department.

• Collaborate effectively with all cross-functional teams and departments.

• Demonstrate readiness to learn new laboratory techniques and continuously improve technical and professional competencies.

• Perform assigned duties under supervision while maintaining high standards of accuracy, reliability, and professionalism.

• Adhere strictly to departmental procedures and company regulations to ensure consistency and compliance in all activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, or a related scientific field.

• 0–1 year of experience in a microbiology laboratory. The pharmaceutical industry is preferred.

• Basic knowledge of microbiological techniques, aseptic practices, and laboratory safety procedures.

• Familiarity with cGMP regulations and documentation practices is an advantage.

• Good command of the English language, both written and verbal.

• Good command of Microsoft Office applications and basic computer skills.

Learn more about Hikma in Jordan https://www.hikma.com/media/jukhqqdl/hikma-jordan-factsheet_-en-nov-2025.pdf