Site Microbiologist

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in microbiology, environmental microbiology, medical microbiology, food microbiology, pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, or related scientific discipline.

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in plant microbiology, pharmaceutical microbiology, biotechnology manufacturing, food microbiology, or another regulated manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of microbiological principles, microbial contamination control, environmental monitoring, microbial risk assessment, and GMP expectations in a manufacturing environment.

• Practical experience supporting investigations, root cause analysis, CAPA definition, technical documentation, and inspection of readiness activities.

• Working knowledge of EU GMP Annex 1 expectations and their practical application to sterile manufacturing, contamination control, or microbiological control programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in microbiology or related discipline.

• Experience in biologics, sterile manufacturing, aseptic processing, contamination control strategy, utilities monitoring, or environmental monitoring programs.

• Experience interacting with internal auditors, customers, regulatory inspectors, or global quality teams.

• Demonstrated ability to translate microbiological data and risk assessments into clear technical conclusions and practical site actions.