Microbiology Graduate

Curia; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and development

Career progression opportunities

Global organisation exposure

Collaborative working environment

Job summary

Curia in Glasgow (G20 0XA) is seeking a motivated recent graduate to join our Microbiology Team. This entry role offers hands-on experience in a GMP-regulated environment with comprehensive training to launch your career in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

You will gain practical laboratory skills, work with experienced colleagues, and develop professional expertise within a growing global organisation focused on life-changing medicines.

Qualifications

• Degree in science-related field, ideally microbiology
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Willingness to learn in a GMP-regulated environment
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Laboratory experience gained via university, placements or internships
• Experience with standard microbiological techniques and equipment
• Understanding of GMP/ICH/COSHH regulatory frameworks

Responsibilities

• Organise and prioritise workload with guidance from line manager
• Adapt to changing priorities while maintaining quality and compliance
• Communicate workload and resource needs to management timely
• Produce clear, compliant documentation with accuracy
• Demonstrate proactive learning and continuous improvement
• Promote right-first-time culture in GMP environment
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support manufacturing of medicines

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Communication

Teamwork

Laboratory techniques

Education

Degree in Science-related discipline (Microbiology, Biology, Biomedical Science) or expected degree

Job description

At Curia, we provide global contract research and manufacturing services to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to join our growing Microbiology Team in Glasgow (G20 0XA)

If you are looking to launch your career in pharmaceutical manufacturing and gain hands-on experience in a GMP-regulated microbiology environment, this role offers the ideal starting point. As Curia continues its growth journey and strives for excellence in pharmaceutical development and manufacturing, you will receive comprehensive training, exposure to a wide variety of activities, and opportunities for professional development and career progression.

At Curia, we are passionate about improving patients' lives through the medicines we develop and manufacture. Our people play a vital role in achieving this mission every day.

About You

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate who is keen to develop a career within pharmaceutical microbiology.

• Degree (or expected degree completion) in a Science-related discipline, preferably Microbiology, Biology, Biomedical Science, or a related subject.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• A willingness to learn and work within a GMP-regulated environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Practical microbiology laboratory experience gained through university studies, placements, or internships.
• Experience using laboratory equipment and standard microbiological techniques.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical or GMP environments.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements such as GMP, ICH, and COSHH.

Learning, Development & Working Style

At Curia, learning and development are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to supporting your professional growth and encourage continuous development within microbiology and related scientific disciplines. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build technical expertise while developing the organisational and problem-solving skills needed for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry.

As the role involves managing a high volume of samples within a fast-paced laboratory environment, you will be expected to:

• Effectively organise and prioritise your workload, with support and guidance from your line manager.
• Adapt to changing priorities and business needs while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
• Maintain awareness of workload demands and communicate any challenges or resource requirements to management in a timely manner.
• Produce clear, accurate, and compliant documentation with strong attention to detail and legibility.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement.
• Embrace and promote a "right first time" culture, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in line with GMP requirements.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to support the successful manufacture of life-changing medicines.

Why Join Curia?

• Comprehensive training and development programme.
• Exposure to a wide range of pharmaceutical microbiology techniques and GMP practices.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing global organisation.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to improving patients' lives through the manufacture of innovative medicines.

Hours

Hours: 8-hour shifts (30-minute unpaid break), paid overtime, excellent staff benefits

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday