Microbiologist Laboratory Technician

Do you want to join the creation and development of the new manufacturing for our Continence Care segment within Coloplast?

Be a service partner for/and support the production process, from a quality function, to produce the products our users’ needs in the quality needed?

Then look at this position: Microbiologist Laboratory Technician!

Here you will play a key role in ensuring the production environment complies with production standards we aim to follow and thereby ensuring the safety of our users.  

Your Challenge and Responsibilities: 

• Support the microbiological laboratory and supervise equipment. 

• Collect and select samples for microbiological testing, ensuring proper handling and storage. 

• Prepare and sterilize culture media for various microbiological assays. 

• Conduct tests to determine the microbial load on medical devices and related materials. 

• Perform tests to monitor and control the quality of water used in the production process. 

• Conduct environmental monitoring and personnel hygiene assessments in classified cleanroom settings. 
• Prepare quality documentation, records and reports. 

• Ensure compliance with MDSAP and internal standards. 

Your Qualifications:

• Academic background: A relevant academic background is a plus.
• Experience: 
  • Minimum of 2 years of work experience in accredited laboratories or similar (experience in the medical devices industry is a plus). 
  • Strong knowledge of microbiological techniques and procedures. 
  • Good communication skills. 
  • Basic computer skills. 
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in spoken and written English and Portuguese (other languages are a plus).

Timing:

• Workplace will be Felgueiras in Portugal
  • During the first year the workplace will be between a rented office in Felgueiras, Portugal; with regular visits for training and introductions at our sites in Hungary and/or Denmark;
  • The travel program will be defined together with the manager;
  • The role is expected to start in October 2025.

Interested? 

If you would like to know more about the position, please contact Jorge Conceição ptjoco@coloplast.com.

Please note that all applications must be submitted in English.

Pursuing an ambitious growth agenda, Coloplast develops and markets products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs. Employing about 16.000 people and with products available in more than 143 countries, we are one of the world´s leading medical device companies. We are constantly growing our business and always looking for new ways to move forward – we explore, learn and look for new ways of doing things.

Coloplast is committed to being an inclusive organization, where people bring their differences to work each day, fulfil their potential and have a strong sense of belonging because – and not despite – of their differences. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, age, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious belief or physical ability.

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