GMP Microbiology Analyst – Training & Benefits

Curia; Paisley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Curia invites applications for a Microbiology Analyst in Glasgow. You will work within the Microbiology team supporting GMP-compliant testing of environmental and product samples, ensuring timely results and strict adherence to quality standards.

Training is provided as you progress in a fast-paced pharmaceutical setting. The role emphasizes high-throughput sample processing, accurate documentation, and collaboration with senior staff to maintain compliance and product quality.

Qualifications

• Degree in a science related discipline, preferably Biology or Microbiology.
• Experience operating laboratory equipment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of GMP/ICH regulatory commitments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Enumerate microbial growth from environmental monitoring plates and samples.
• Identify microbes using Gram stain, spore stain and Vitek.
• Sample process water and TVC/TOC and pH testing of water samples.
• Environmental and product testing to support sterile IMP manufacture.
• Download and assess particle counts.
• Perform ‘at rest’ environmental monitoring.
• Train and monitor gowning of cleanroom operators and maintain gown qualification.
• Inspect and growth-promote pre-prepared and PST media.
• Check airflow and temperature of incubators, fridges, freezers, and trend equipment.
• Identify system failures and report to senior staff per SOPs.
• Report OOS/atypicals to key personnel.
• Provide good housekeeping and safety, including disinfectant testing.
• Bioburden validation support.
• Ensure completion and filing of certificates/reports per GMP procedures.

Skills

Microbiology knowledge

Good practical microbiology skills

Laboratory equipment operation

GMP/ICH regulatory familiarity

Documentation and data recording

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Microbiology

Tools

Vitek

Steritest

Incubators

Pipettes

Job description

Curia invites applications for a Microbiology Analyst in Glasgow. You will work within the Microbiology team supporting GMP-compliant testing of environmental and product samples, ensuring timely results and strict adherence to quality standards.

Training is provided as you progress in a fast-paced pharmaceutical setting. The role emphasizes high-throughput sample processing, accurate documentation, and collaboration with senior staff to maintain compliance and product quality.