QC Microbiology Scientist - 3-Month GMP Contract

Orion Electrotech; Wrecclesham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech in Farnham is seeking a QC Microbiology Scientist to join the Quality team on a three-month contract. The role supports routine microbiological testing activities within a GMP-regulated environment.

You will perform media plate incubation, bioburden testing, water sampling, work in laminar flow cabinets using aseptic techniques, and ensure GMP documentation standards. The position offers a short-term contract with exposure across manufacturing and quality functions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Microbiology, Biology or related discipline.
• Previous microbiology laboratory experience.
• Experience in a regulated GMP environment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Available to start within a short timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Media plate incubation and colony enumeration.
• Bioburden testing of product and water samples.
• Water sampling of Purified Water, Water for Injection and Clean Steam systems.
• Working within laminar airflow cabinets using aseptic techniques.
• GMP-compliant documentation and record keeping.
• Supporting microbiological testing activities across manufacturing and quality functions.

Skills

Microbiology laboratory experience

Regulated environment experience

Attention to detail

Start within short timeframe

Education

Degree in Microbiology or Biology

Job description

Orion Electrotech in Farnham is seeking a QC Microbiology Scientist to join the Quality team on a three-month contract. The role supports routine microbiological testing activities within a GMP-regulated environment.

You will perform media plate incubation, bioburden testing, water sampling, work in laminar flow cabinets using aseptic techniques, and ensure GMP documentation standards. The position offers a short-term contract with exposure across manufacturing and quality functions.