Microbiology and Contamination Control Manager

SRG; Stirling; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SRG in Central Scotland is seeking a Microbiology & Contamination Control Manager to lead QC Microbiology and site-wide CCS within a GMP pharmaceutical environment.

You will drive a data-led contamination control strategy, embedding controls into process design, facilities and day-to-day operations, and collaborate with Manufacturing, QA and Engineering to raise regulatory readiness.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading microbiology or QC teams in GMP/pharma environments.
• Strong knowledge of environmental monitoring and contamination control.
• Experience partnering across functions (Manufacturing, QA, Engineering) to embed contamination control.

Responsibilities

• Lead QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring teams ensuring microbiological testing across materials and products.
• Own site-wide Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) and drive data-led improvements.
• Act as SME for microbiology, aseptic processing, and cleanroom operations; support deviations, CAPAs, and audits.
• Influence cross-functionally to embed contamination control in design, flows, and validation.
• Lead risk-based trending and continuous improvement of contamination controls and training.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

GMP/regulatory knowledge

Contamination control

Environmental monitoring

Education

Degree in Microbiology or related field

Job description

Microbiology & Contamination Control Manager

Central Scotland | Permanent | Pharmaceutical / Biologics Manufacturing

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Microbiology leader to take ownership of both QC Microbiology operations and site-wide Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) within a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

This is a high-impact leadership role, combining team management with strategic influence across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and development functions.

Opportunity

You will lead the QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring teams, while driving a robust, forward-thinking Contamination Control Strategy aligned with EU GMP Annex 1 and global regulatory expectations.

This is a highly visible role with responsibility for embedding contamination control into process design, facility development, and day-to-day operations, ensuring a proactive and compliant approach across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Laboratory Oversight
  • Lead and develop QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring teams
  • Ensure delivery of microbiological testing across raw materials, in-process and finished product
  • Maintain laboratories in a state of continuous GMP compliance and inspection readiness
• Contamination Control Strategy (CCS)
  • Own and continuously improve the site-wide CCS in line with regulatory expectations
  • Embed contamination control principles into facility design, material flows, and operational processes
  • Drive CCS as a dynamic, data-led system informed by risk and trend analysis
• Technical Expertise & SME Leadership
  • Act as site Subject Matter Expert for microbiology, aseptic processing, and cleanroom operations
  • Provide input into deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and change controls
  • Support audits and regulatory inspections as the microbiology lead
• Cross-Functional Influence
  • Partner with Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, and Engineering to embed contamination control into:
  • Aseptic behaviours and operator practices
  • Cleaning and environmental monitoring programmes
  • Process design, tech transfer, and validation activities
• Continuous Improvement & Risk Management
  • Lead trending and analysis of microbiology and environmental monitoring data
  • Drive initiatives to reduce contamination risks and improve performance
  • Support structured risk assessments and implementation of robust controls
• Training & Culture
  • Deliver site-wide training on contamination control and microbiology practices
  • Champion a culture of proactive risk identification and continuous improvement

About You

We are looking for a strong technical leader with a passion for contamination control and operational excellence.

• Significant experience within GMP pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing environments
• Expertise in aseptic processing, environmental monitoring, and contamination control
• Proven experience leading and developing microbiology or laboratory teams
• Strong knowledge of global GMP regulations, including EU Annex 1
• Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to influence across a matrix organisation
• A degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences or a related discipline is preferred.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to shape and lead a site-wide contamination control strategy
• Work in a cutting-edge biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Play a key role in regulatory readiness and future site developments
• Visible leadership position with strong cross-functional influence