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QC Microbiologist

Indianapolis $55,000 - $65,000 Permanent

Responsibilities:

  • Actively contribute to a collaborative team environment, taking on leadership and support roles in various initiatives and projects. Opportunities for skill development and cross-functional training will be available.
  • Manage and prioritize tasks for yourself and team members, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines. Review and validate work outputs to ensure compliance with internal procedures and quality standards.

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve issues related to quality control, addressing non-conformance events at all stages of production, including materials, in-process testing, and finished goods.

  • Assist in the setup and operationalization of a new microbiological testing laboratory, supporting leadership and cross-functional teams in the process.

  • Perform routine sampling across a variety of materials, including raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples, ensuring consistent adherence to quality control protocols.

  • Conduct standard microbiological testing on a range of samples, ensuring that all tests align with regulatory requirements, established procedures, and internal quality standards.

  • Execute routine laboratory procedures, such as weighing, preparing glassware, equipment calibration, and reviewing laboratory test results to ensure accuracy and compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

  • Conduct preventive maintenance on laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established SOPs or support vendors in accessing equipment when specialized maintenance is required.

  • Troubleshoot laboratory procedures, test methods, and equipment malfunctions, participating in investigations related to deviations or out-of-specification (OOS) results.

Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Microbiology, Biology or Biochemistry)

  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to document results thoroughly and accurately.

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across departments.

  • Ability to work in a regulated environment and adhere to strict quality and compliance standards.

  • Proficiency in using laboratory data management systems (e.g., LIMS) and other data analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab) for reporting and documentation purposes.

  • Experience with microbiological testing methods for endotoxins, sterility, and bioburden.

  • Familiarity with environmental monitoring practices and standards.

  • Experience working in controlled environments for aseptic processing or sterile manufacturing.

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