QC Microbiology Analyst

Baxter International Inc.; Tetford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days leave

Shift pattern 9-5

Employee discount

Blue light card

Internal progression

Canteen

Westfield healthcare

8% pension

Employee assistance

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. in Thetford is seeking a Microbiologist to support essential testing activities, including growth promotion and Environmental Monitoring, across multiple stages of the manufacturing process.

This role offers exposure to a global pharmaceutical environment and is ideal for a recent graduate or early‑career scientist working with experienced QC professionals to help ensure the highest quality products are released to customers.

Qualifications

• Microbiology degree required
• Experience working in a laboratory
• Able to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Dedicated to meeting internal and external customer requirements
• Strong work ethic
• Great computer skills
• Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assisting with testing on various process samples
• Participates in any required laboratory investigations as required
• Follows Good Quality Control Laboratory Practices at all times and ensures the work area they are responsible for is maintained in a clean and tidy state
• Provide support to the supervisor in any reasonable request relating to the laboratory operation

Skills

Microbiology

Teamwork

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Microbiology degree

Job description

This is whereyour work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Join the QC Microbiology team at our Thetford Compounding Facility and play an important role in safeguarding product quality and patient safety. You will support essential microbiological testing activities, including growth promotion and Environmental Monitoring, across multiple stages of the manufacturing process.

This role offers excellent exposure to a wide range of laboratory techniques within a global pharmaceutical environment, making it an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate, early‑career scientist or an experienced Microbiologist. Working collaboratively with experienced QC professionals, you will help ensure that only the highest quality products are released to customers.

We offer some fantastic benefits which are listed below:

• Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Working shift pattern, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
• Employee discount scheme
• Blue light card
• Fantastic internal progression opportunities
• Subsided canteen
• Westfield healthcare
• Up to 8% pension contribution
• Employee assistance program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting with testing on various process samples
• Participates in any required laboratory investigations as required
• Follows Good Quality Control Laboratory Practices at all times and ensures the work area they are responsible for is maintained in a clean and tidy state
• Provide support to the supervisor in any reasonable request relating to the laboratory operation

Qualifications

• Microbiology Degree essential
• Experience working in a laboratory
• Able to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers
• Strong work ethic
• Great computer skills
• Excellent communication skills

This role gives you the scope of a global healthcare organisation while keeping your contribution close to the work, customers and products it supports. If the Microbiologist role matches your experience and the kind of responsibility you are looking for, we’d like to hear from you. Thank you for your interest in Baxter, and we look forward to hearing from you!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.