QC Microbiologist

QC Microbiologist

Location: Gulfport, MS (fully onsite; relocation required)
Pay: $28.00–$35.00/hour 

About the Role

We're looking for experienced QC Microbiologists to join a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical laboratory supporting the manufacture of human and veterinary drug products. This hands-on position involves microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, environmental samples, and stability samples. Strong attention to detail, sound microbiological technique, and familiarity with cGMP practices are essential.

What You'll Do

• Perform routine microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, stability samples, water, and other samples
• Conduct environmental monitoring, including sampling, testing, documentation, and interpretation of results
• Perform microbial enumeration, microbial limits, bioburden, and other required assays
• Prepare culture media, reagents, and solutions; perform media sterilization and growth promotion/suitability testing
• Support microbial identification and related investigations
• Perform sterility, endotoxin, or other microbiological quality control testing as applicable
• Participate in method qualifications, validations, and transfers
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Accurately document lab activities, observations, and results per established procedures
• Review analytical and microbiological data for accuracy and compliance
• Investigate and troubleshoot unexpected results, test issues, or equipment problems
• Support lab investigations, deviations, change controls, and CAPAs
• Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, and contamination control
• Collaborate with Quality, QC, and Manufacturing teams
• Train and mentor newer laboratory staff as needed

What You'll Need

• 3+ years of hands-on microbiology lab experience, ideally in a pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, veterinary pharmaceutical, or other GMP-regulated setting
• Practical experience with microbiological testing in a QC lab
• Experience in one or more of: environmental monitoring, microbial limits, bioburden, sterility testing, endotoxin testing, microbial identification, or water testing
• Working knowledge of cGMP laboratory practices
• Understanding of quality systems, including deviations, investigations, change controls, and CAPAs
• Strong aseptic technique and contamination control awareness
• Accurate documentation skills and strong written/verbal communication
• Solid organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education & Experience

• Degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field preferred (equivalent hands-on experience considered)
• GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or life sciences lab experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and Microsoft Office is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods (8+ hours/day)
• Able to work in a lab environment following safety and contamination-control procedures