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Trainee Officer

Lupin
Lupin
0-2 years
preferred by company
Pune, India
10 Feb. 11, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Trainee Officer – Microbiology & BiotechLocation: Pune Biotech, Maharashtra, India
Company: Lupin
Date Posted: February 8, 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Biopharmaceutical R&D | Microbiology | GMP Compliance


About the Role

Lupin is hiring a Trainee Officer to join its Biotech division in Pune. This entry-level role focuses on microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, water testing, and ensuring GMP-compliant laboratory operations. The position provides hands-on exposure to microbiology practices critical for biologics development and regulatory compliance.

This role is ideal for recent postgraduates in Microbiology or Biotechnology looking to build expertise in cGMP-compliant laboratory operations, sterility testing, and environmental monitoring.


Experience Required

  • 0 to 2 years of relevant experience in microbiology or biotech laboratory operations

  • Familiarity with cGMP guidelines, laboratory compliance, and quality systems


Educational Qualification (Mandatory)

  • Postgraduate degree (M.Sc.) in Microbiology or Biotechnology


Key Responsibilities

Microbiological Testing & Environmental Monitoring

  • Perform environmental monitoring of classified areas

  • Conduct bioburden, BET (Bacterial Endotoxin Test), and sterility testing

  • Prepare culture media for utility and area monitoring

  • Sub-culturing, serial dilution of standard cultures, and identification of isolates

  • Perform water sampling and microbiological testing

  • Conduct population determination of biological indicators

Laboratory Operations & Equipment Handling

  • Operate and calibrate laboratory instruments, including:

    • pH meters

    • Analytical balances

    • Autoclaves

    • DHS (Depyrogenation Hot Air Sterilizer)

    • Incubators

    • Air samplers and particle counters

  • Perform compressed air sampling and analysis

  • Conduct qualification of equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, DHS, and KTA

  • Monitor and report deviations, out-of-specification results, and potential safety risks

Compliance & Documentation

  • Maintain cGMP compliance and audit-ready laboratory conditions

  • Follow Change Control, Deviations, Sample Management, and Stability Management protocols

  • Ensure accurate record-keeping of all microbiological tests and environmental monitoring activities


Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of microbiological principles and laboratory practices

  • Familiarity with environmental monitoring and sterility testing for biologics

  • Understanding of cGMP and regulatory compliance requirements

  • Attention to detail, accuracy, and safety awareness

  • Ability to work in a disciplined, team-oriented laboratory environment

Core Competencies

  • Process Discipline & Excellence

  • Scientific Curiosity & Analytical Thinking

  • Collaboration and Teamwork

  • Compliance Awareness

  • Result Orientation


Why Join Lupin Biotech?

  • Gain hands-on experience in microbiology for biologics development

  • Exposure to cGMP-compliant laboratory operations and regulatory standards

  • Opportunity to work with advanced laboratory instrumentation and techniques

  • Build a strong foundation for a career in pharmaceutical R&D and quality compliance


Equal Opportunity Statement

Lupin is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in recruitment, promotion, compensation, and professional development. All qualified candidates will be considered in accordance with applicable employment regulations.