Quality Control Microbiologist

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Intellectt is hiring for below QC Microbiology role. If you have microbiological sampling and testing experience then we encourage you to apply.

Title: QC Microbiology Staff Associate

Location: North Carolina

Duration: 4 months initially

No Benefits

Position Summary

The QC Microbiology Staff Associate is responsible for performing routine and non-routine microbiological testing to support raw material, in-process, environmental, and finished product quality assessment. The role ensures compliance with established laboratory procedures, regulatory standards, and company quality objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Microbiological Testing
• Perform microbiological analyses including bioburden, endotoxin, microbial limits testing, sterility, plate counts, and identification of microorganisms.
• Conduct environmental monitoring (EM) of classified areas, including air, surface, personnel, and water systems.
• Execute method qualifications, verifications, and routine assay support.
• Laboratory Operations
• Prepare, maintain, and qualify microbiological media, reagents, and consumables.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as incubators, autoclaves, biological safety cabinets, particle counters, and microscopes.
• Maintain stock cultures and positive controls as required for testing.
• Compliance & Documentation
• Document all activities in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Ensure testing is compliant with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, ISO standards, FDA, USP, EP).
• Participate in investigations, deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and CAPA activities.
• Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Assist in reviewing and developing SOPs, test methods, and laboratory protocols.
• Support internal and external audits as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize microbiology processes and workflows.
• Safety
• Follow all laboratory safety guidelines, biosafety procedures, and proper handling of microorganisms.
• Maintain a clean and controlled laboratory environment.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, or related life sciences field required.

Experience

• 3 years of experience in a microbiology laboratory, preferably in a regulated environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, food, or environmental testing).
• Familiarity with GMP, GLP, or ISO standards preferred.
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong understanding of microbiological techniques and aseptic practices.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures accurately and consistently.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.