QC Microbiologist

Alliance Biotech Solutions is seeking a dedicated QC Microbiologist to support Environmental Monitoring (EM) and microbiological testing activities within a GMP manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for performing routine environmental monitoring in controlled manufacturing areas and executing microbiological testing within the QC laboratory. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience collecting environmental samples in cleanroom environments and performing laboratory testing such as bioburden and endotoxin analysis. This position requires a strong understanding of aseptic techniques, GMP documentation practices, and microbiological testing methodologies.

• Perform environmental monitoring activities including non-viable particulate monitoring, viable air sampling, surface monitoring, personnel monitoring, gas sampling, and clean steam sampling.

• Collect environmental samples within ISO classified manufacturing areas while adhering to GMP and aseptic practices.

• Transport, document, and process environmental monitoring samples in accordance with approved procedures.

• Perform routine microbiological testing including bioburden, endotoxin, and other QC microbiology assays as required.

• Prepare media, reagents, and laboratory materials necessary for environmental monitoring and microbiological testing activities.

• Incubate, read, enumerate, and document microbiological test results and environmental monitoring data.

•Support investigations related to environmental monitoring excursions, out-of-specification results, deviations, and contamination control activities.

• Maintain laboratory and monitoring equipment, complete GMP documentation, and support cleanroom qualification and utility monitoring programs.

Experience/Skills

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

• 4-5 years of QC Microbiology experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech GMP environment.

• Hands-on experience performing Environmental Monitoring activities, including viable air, surface, personnel, non-viable particulate, gas, and clean steam sampling.

• Experience performing microbiological testing such as bioburden, endotoxin, microbial enumeration, and related QC lab assays.

• Comfortable working independently in cleanroom environments for extended periods.

• Knowledge of GMP, GLP, and aseptic processing practices.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work in classified cleanroom areas, follow aseptic techniques, and perform routine monitoring activities.

Benefits & Compensation

• Industry competitive wage as a full-time employee

• Flexible Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with low employee cost

• Employer paid long term and short-term disability

• 401k plan with employer contributions

About Alliance Biotech Solutions

Alliance Biotech Solutions (ABS) is a premier consulting firm specializing in biopharmaceutical engineering and validation services. As industry leaders in Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV), we provide crucial services to the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors while maintaining our philosophy that employees are our #1 priority. Our success is built on the foundation of empowering our team members' growth and development, recognizing that our employees are the cornerstone of our clients' success.

Alliance Biotech Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Alliance Biotech Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Alliance Biotech Solutions, and Alliance Biotech Solutions will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.