Clean Room Microbiologist (Shift-Based)
Location: Tees Wear, Durham Region
Salary: c£45K
Job Type: Full-Time, 4 on, 4 off
Join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing team as a Clean Room Microbiologist.
CY Partners is recruiting on behalf of an established pharmaceutical manufacturer seeking a Clean Room Microbiologist to support microbiological testing and environmental monitoring within GMP clean room facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced microbiologist who enjoys working in a regulated environment and is comfortable working a shift pattern.
The Role
As a Clean Room Microbiologist, you will play a key role in maintaining the microbiological integrity of manufacturing environments by carrying out routine environmental monitoring, testing, and investigation activities to ensure compliance with GMP and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform environmental monitoring of clean rooms, including viable and non-viable sampling.
- Conduct microbiological testing of samples using standard laboratory techniques.
- Identify and report microbial isolates where required.
- Monitor environmental trends and support investigations into out-of-specification or out-of-trend results.
- Ensure all laboratory documentation is completed accurately and in compliance with GMP requirements.
- Support contamination control initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure adherence to health, safety, and quality procedures.
- Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and other site departments.
About You
We're looking for candidates with:
- A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Experience working within a GMP pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similar regulated laboratory environment.
- Hands-on experience of clean room environmental monitoring.
- Knowledge of GMP and aseptic manufacturing principles.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a shift team.
What's on Offer?
- Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
- Excellent benefits package.
- The opportunity to join a growing organisation committed to quality and innovation.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
If you're looking to take the next step in your microbiology career within a regulated pharmaceutical environment, we'd love to hear from you.
We look forward to receiving your application.