A passionate microbiologist with over 5 years of experience in microbiological techniques along with a good understanding of pharmaceutical and cosmetics regulatory standards. Possesses strong organisational and teamwork skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory technician
Ziaja Ltd
02.2021 - 09.2025
Conducted microbial limits testing of pharmaceutical products, cosmetics, raw materials and semi-finished products
Managed and performed stability testing
Participated in bioburden testing of pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging
Performed microbiological analysis of water
Conducted challenge tests of pharmaceutical products, cosmetics and intermediate products
Completed validation of microbial limits testing for pharmaceutical product
Performed environmental monitoring including air monitoring (using air sampler), HEPA filters control, surface monitoring and personnel testing (using contact plates and swabs) in laboratory, production, storage, sampling and packaging areas
Conducted testing of the biological activity of sodium heparin in a pharmaceutical product – Heparizen
Tested sterility, growth promotion, selectivity and specificity of microbiological culture media
Analysed and interpreted test results and performed bacteria identification using Gram staining and selective and differential media
Supported investigations of non-conformance and complaints
Authored and updated reports, instructions and new protocols
Completed laboratory documentation of daily activities
Prepared microbiological culture media, broths and solutions used in the laboratory
Collected samples for microbiological testing
Performed cleaning and sterilisation of laboratory glassware and other equipment
Managed laboratory waste including its autoclaving and prepared biological indicator testing of autoclaves
Laboratory technician
Diagnostyka Spółka Akcyjna, Polish Navy Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2020
Wrote reports and registered samples
Prepared samples for transport and tests
(Fixed-term employment contract for employee substitution)
Laboratory technician
Jars S.A.
01.2020 - 07.2020
Conducted microbiological testing of pharmaceutical products, cosmetics and semi-finished products
Prepared microbiological culture media
Registered products for testing
Customer advisor
Jeronimo Martins Drogerie i Farmacja Sp. z o.o.
10.2019 - 01.2020
Advised and served customers
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Intercollegiate Faculty of Biotechnology of the University of Gdańsk and the Medical University of Gdańsk
07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Intercollegiate Faculty of Biotechnology of The University of Gdańsk And The Medical University of Gdańsk
06.2017
Skills
Bacterial identification
Microbiological techniques
Laboratory maintenance
Communication and teamwork skills
Negotiation skills
Exceptional organisation and ability to work independently
Detail-oriented
Exceptional problem-solving skills
Good time management
Working in compliance with cGMP and GLP
Languages
English (fluent)
Timeline
Laboratory technician
Ziaja Ltd
02.2021 - 09.2025
Laboratory technician
Diagnostyka Spółka Akcyjna, Polish Navy Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2020
Laboratory technician
Jars S.A.
01.2020 - 07.2020
Customer advisor
Jeronimo Martins Drogerie i Farmacja Sp. z o.o.
10.2019 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Intercollegiate Faculty of Biotechnology of the University of Gdańsk and the Medical University of Gdańsk
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Intercollegiate Faculty of Biotechnology of The University of Gdańsk And The Medical University of Gdańsk
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References
References available upon request
Community Service
Amnesty International Poland, Fundraiser, Gdańsk, Poland, 2015-07, 2015-09, Searched for recurring donors