Microbiological Technologist – GMP Lab, UK (FTC/Secondment)

GSK; Fir Tree; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK in the United Kingdom seeks a Microbiological Technologist for a Secondment/FTC until end of 2027. The role is fully on-site at Barnard Castle, five days per week, collaborating closely with manufacturing, quality, and technical teams to ensure product quality and safety.

You will perform routine microbiological testing on materials and products, maintain instruments, and document results using LIMS. The position offers development opportunities while contributing to patient health through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology, Biology, Biomedical Science, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental monitoring using approved methods.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure data accuracy.
• Record, analyse, and report microbiological results clearly and accurately using laboratory information systems.
• Support investigations related to deviations, out-of-specification results, and non-conformances to identify root causes.
• Assist in validation, transfer, and improvement of microbiological methods and procedures.

Skills

Data Integrity

Detail-Oriented

Digital Fluency

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Problem Solving

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Risk Awareness

Testing Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology

Tools

LIMS

Job description

GSK in the United Kingdom seeks a Microbiological Technologist for a Secondment/FTC until end of 2027. The role is fully on-site at Barnard Castle, five days per week, collaborating closely with manufacturing, quality, and technical teams to ensure product quality and safety.

You will perform routine microbiological testing on materials and products, maintain instruments, and document results using LIMS. The position offers development opportunities while contributing to patient health through