Senior QC Microbiologist (FTC)

SENIOR QC MICROBIOLOGIST (12-month FTC) | HERTFORDSHIRE | competitive salary

Blackfield Associates are supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation based in the Hertfordshire area, to recruit for a Senior QC Microbiologist, initially on 12-month FTC basis.

About the Role
As a Senior QC Microbiologist, you'll be the go-to technical expert for microbiological testing and quality control.

You'll ensure compliance with regulatory standards, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support key projects such as method transfers, audits, and equipment qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert, implementing regulatory-compliant changes.


• Lead a team of two people within microbiology, conducting regular 1:1s, annual appraisals, supporting development and providing the team with SME support in all technical matters.


• Conduct microbiological testing of materials and environmental samples.


• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.


• Develop SOPs and provide technical training to team members.


• Support audits, inspections, and change control activities.


• Analyse complex data, present findings, and ensure quality standards are upheld.

What We're Looking For

• A BSc degree in Microbiology or higher


• At least 2 years' experience in a senior microbiological role within pharmaceutical QC.


• Strong technical knowledge of microbiological testing techniques (e.g., water testing, microbial limits, identification techniques).


• Expertise in GMP regulations and Quality Systems.

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