Microbiologist

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform microbiological tests such as culture, sensitivity, Gram staining, AFB staining, and fungal studies.
• Ensure accurate identification and reporting of microorganisms and antibiotic susceptibility patterns.
• Maintain and monitor quality control procedures in the microbiology lab.
• Support hospital Infection Control Committee (ICC) with surveillance data and antibiograms.
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention initiatives.
• Ensure timely calibration and maintenance of microbiology equipment.
• Validate new tests, reagents, and methods as per NABH and NABL standards.
• Train and guide lab technicians in sample handling, testing, and documentation.
• Maintain laboratory records, logs, and reports as per NABH documentation protocols.
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs (EQAS).
• Assist in outbreak investigations and provide data to clinical teams for infection trend analysis.

Qualifications & Experience:

• M.Sc. / Ph.D. in Microbiology from a recognized university.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a hospital-based microbiology laboratory
• Good knowledge of control, antimicrobial resistance patterns, and hospital-acquired infections.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS) and documentation requirements.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person