About HCP Wellness
At HCP Wellness Private Limited, we are committed to delivering safe, effective, and high-quality skin care, cosmetic, and oral care products. Our culture thrives on scientific excellence, GMP compliance, and sustainable innovation. We believe in empowering our team to lead quality-focused solutions that help build trusted personal care brands.

Job Overview
We are looking for a Microbiologist to join our Quality & R&D division in Ahmedabad. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring microbiological safety and compliance of all raw materials, bulk, and finished goods used in cosmetic and personal care product manufacturing. Your insights will directly impact product integrity, consumer safety, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities
✔Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, water systems, packaging, and finished goods.
✔Conduct environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and production areas (air, surface, and personnel hygiene).
✔Validate disinfectants, preservative efficacy, and microbial limits as per pharmacopeial standards (IP/BP/USP).
✔Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and ensure proper documentation (SOPs, logbooks, test records).
✔Support product stability studies, contamination investigations, and root cause analysis.
✔Coordinate with QA and R&D for batch release, deviation handling, and process improvements.
✔Ensure adherence to GMP, ISO, and regulatory compliance for cosmetic and oral care formulations.

Qualifications & Skills
Education / Certifications:
✔B.Sc / M.Sc in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences

Hard Skills:
✔Expertise in microbial testing techniques (TPC, Yeast & Mold, Pathogens)
✔Hands-on experience with colony counters, autoclaves, incubators, and laminar airflow
✔Familiarity with preservative efficacy testing (PET), D-value & Z-value analysis
✔Knowledge of regulatory guidelines – BIS, FDA, ISO, and cosmetic-specific standards

Soft Skills:
✔Detail-oriented and accurate in documentation and reporting
✔Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
✔Team player with good communication across departments
✔Ability to handle audits and provide scientific justifications

Preferred Experience:
✔3+ years of hands-on experience in microbiology testing within a cosmetics, pharma, or personal care manufacturing setup

Why Join Us?
Be part of a growing and future-focused company where your scientific contributions directly shape the quality and safety of consumer products. We offer a collaborative and innovation-driven work culture, aligned with global best practices in personal care manufacturing.