Microbiologist

Our client is a regional reference laboratory in West Africa, providing independent testing, validation, and consulting services to local and international clients. With a strong portfolio across food, water, petroleum, mining, agriculture, and textiles, the laboratory plays a critical role in ensuring safety, quality, and compliance in global supply chains. Clients include multinational corporations, utilities, and export-oriented enterprises who rely on the lab's impartial expertise to meet ISO and international regulatory standards.

Position: Microbiologist (Permanent)

Location: Ivory Coast (West Africa)

About the Role

The Microbiologist will be part of the laboratory's microbiology division, delivering high-quality testing services in compliance with ISO 17025 and other international standards. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, method validation, and reporting, supporting industries ranging from food & beverage to water, environmental monitoring, and consumer goods.

Top 5 Must-Haves

• Strong knowledge of ISO 17025-compliant microbiological methods (ISO, AOAC, AFNOR, USP, WHO).
• Proven laboratory experience in pathogen detection, environmental monitoring, and microbial quality control, including Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, Legionella, spoilage organisms (yeast, mold, lactic acid bacteria), coliforms, enterococci, fermentation monitoring, and effluent quality parameters.
• Ability to work across multiple sectors (food, water, pharma, cosmetics, mining) and adapt methods accordingly.
• Proficiency in documentation, data integrity, and regulatory reporting.
• Strong command of English for reporting and collaboration.

Top 3 Nice-to-Haves

• Experienced working in an independent contract/third-party lab environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a multinational environment, collaborating with colleagues and clients from diverse international cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to converse in French is an advantage.

Why You Should Join

This is an opportunity to join a respected and growing laboratory that partners with global leaders. You'll gain exposure to multiple industries, work with cutting-edge methods, and contribute to advancing quality and compliance standards across West Africa and beyond. Relocation support and an international working environment make this role a unique career move for scientists seeking both professional growth and cross-border experience.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
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