QC Microbiology Analyst
Location: North East England
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full Time
CY Partners are currently recruiting for a QC Microbiology Analyst to join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation. Working within the QC Microbiology Release Team, you'll play a key role in ensuring the quality and safety of sterile pharmaceutical products through microbiological testing in a GMP-regulated laboratory.
This is an excellent opportunity for either a recent Life Sciences graduate with relevant laboratory experience or an experienced QC Microbiologist looking to develop their career within a global pharmaceutical environment.
The Role
As a QC Microbiology Analyst, you will be responsible for carrying out microbiological testing on sterile finished products, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with GMP regulations and standard operating procedures.
Key responsibilities include:
- Performing sterility testing and endotoxin testing on finished sterile products.
- Following approved SOPs and GMP guidelines at all times.
- Maintaining excellent aseptic technique throughout laboratory activities.
- Carrying out multi-day microbiological test methods and accurately recording results.
- Using laboratory systems such as SAP, LIMS and LES to document testing and maintain data integrity.
- Supporting the wider QC Microbiology team to ensure products are released on time.
About You
We're looking for candidates who have:
Essential
- A degree in Microbiology or another Life Sciences discipline.
- A sound understanding of microbiology principles.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow written procedures accurately.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a GMP or pharmaceutical QC laboratory.
- Experience of sterility testing and/or endotoxin testing.
- Practical aseptic laboratory techniques.
- Understanding of data integrity requirements within regulated laboratories.
- Experience using laboratory systems such as SAP, LIMS or LES.
Experience
We welcome applications from:
- Recent graduates with relevant laboratory, industrial placement or internship experience.
- Experienced QC Microbiology Technicians or Analysts with laboratory experience.
Candidates from a variety of laboratory backgrounds will be considered, including:
- Pharmaceutical and GMP laboratories
- Food microbiology or food testing laboratories
- Hospital or clinical laboratories
- QC Laboratory Analyst roles
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established pharmaceutical company offering:
- Comprehensive training and development.
- Exposure to regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- A collaborative and supportive laboratory environment.
- Excellent long-term career progression opportunities.
If you're looking to build or further your career within QC Microbiology, we'd love to hear from you.
We look forward to receiving your application.
CY Partners is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.