Dei BioPharma Ltd
Dei BioPharma Ltd is a biotech and pharmaceutical research firm duly incorporated in Uganda, specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative medicines and vaccines.
The development of our drugs and vaccines manufacturing facility was commissioned on July 6, 2021, by President Yoweri Museveni and Kenya President William Ruto (then Vice President).
The state-of the art facility is situated in Matugga, Wakiso district. Uganda, and shall produce high quality medicines across a wide range of therapeutic areas.
These include malaria, cancer, generies, beta lactums, non betalactums, nutraceuticals, podies.
The manufacturing facility is gearing to produce one billion doses of mRNA vaccines guided by the most stringent global CMP including the US FDA, EU (EMA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) standards.
Announcement Number: DB/05/2025/PD04
Position Title: Production Officer – Granulation (Number of positions: 03)
Opening Period: 05/05/2025 – 05/12/2025
Series/Grade: L (3)
Salary: Competitive
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants
Duration Appointment: Indefinite, subject to successful completion of probationary period
Supervisory Position: None
Job Summary:
The Production Officer Granulation is responsible for supervising and executing granulation processes for oral solid dosage forms in accordance with approved Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This includes wet granulation, dry granulation, fluid bed drying, milling and blending operations using equipment such as Rapid Mixer Granulators (RMGs), Fluid Bed Dryers (FBDs) and oscillating mills. The officer will ensure adherence to process parameters, perform in-process checks, manage documentation and coordinate with quality and maintenance teams to maintain compliance, efficiency, and batch integrity. The ideal candidate must demonstrate technical expertise in granulation techniques, process troubleshooting, and GMP documentation within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Supervise granulation processes for the manufacture of tablets and capsules following approved Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs).
2. Operate and monitor granulation equipment including Rapid Mixer Granulators (RMG), Fluid Bed Dryers (FBD), wet and dry mills and blending units.
3. Ensure adherence to process parameters such as binder addition, impeller speed, drying temperature and moisture content.
4. Conduct and record in-process checks such as granule size, Loss on Drying (LOD) and bulk/tapped density.
5. Review and complete all batch-related documentation ensuring compliance with GMP and ALCOA+ data integrity principles.
6. Coordinate with QA and maintenance teams to ensure timely clearance, equipment readiness and resolution of any deviations.
7. Lead and train granulation operators ensuring strict compliance to production protocols and safety procedures.
8. Participate in validation, process optimization and scale-up activities for new or existing products.
9. Maintain cleanliness and proper status labeling of equipment, rooms and materials throughout production.
10. Support audit readiness by ensuring proper documentation, traceability and housekeeping.
Academic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in Pharmacy, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific field from a recognized institution.
Experience and Competencies:
1. Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in granulation within a GMP compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
2. In-depth understanding of granulation techniques (wet/dry), process control and equipment operation.
3. Proven ability to supervise production lines and manage production teams.
4. Sound knowledge of cGMP, documentation standards, and in-process quality control
5. Experience in product transfer, scale-up and validation activities is an added advantage
6. Strong communication, leadership and organizational skills.
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Dei BioPharma Ltd, provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or marital status.
HOW TO APPLY:
All interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit their CVs, Cover Letter & Academic documents (addressed to the Human Resources Manager)
All Application documents should be merged as one document in PDF or DOC / DOCX, which should not exceed 10MB
Applications should be sent by email to recruitment@deibiopharma. com with the JOB TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE
Should you not hear from us within twenty one (21) days from the closing date of this advertisement, you may consider your application to be unsuccessful
Deadline: 12th May 2025 by 5:00PM
