Microbiology Lab Scientist – On-Site UK

GlaxoSmithKline plc; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline plc invites applications for a Microbiological Technologist on a secondment/FTC basis at our Barnard Castle site in the United Kingdom. You will join a collaborative team in a fully on-site lab environment, performing routine microbiological testing across raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, ensuring GMP-compliant data quality.

The role emphasizes practical problem solving, attention to detail, and cross-functional teamwork with manufacturing, quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Microbiology, Biology, Biomedical Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Practical experience in a regulated laboratory environment, including microbiological testing methods.
• Knowledge of GMP and GLP.
• Proficiency in using laboratory instruments such as incubators, autoclaves, microscopes, and microbiological media preparation.

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 (QA)

Quality Control (QC)

Risk Awareness

Testing Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Microbiology, Biology, Biomedical Science, or a related scientific discipline

Job description

GlaxoSmithKline plc invites applications for a Microbiological Technologist on a secondment/FTC basis at our Barnard Castle site in the United Kingdom. You will join a collaborative team in a fully on-site lab environment, performing routine microbiological testing across raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, ensuring GMP-compliant data quality.

The role emphasizes practical problem solving, attention to detail, and cross-functional teamwork with manufacturing, quality, and