QC Microbiology Specialist — Onsite Contract through 2027

Boehringer Ingelheim; Pirbright; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a QC Microbiology Specialist to join the Quality Control Microbiology team at the Pirbright site. This role supports microbiological testing and environmental monitoring for the manufacture and release of veterinary vaccines in a GMP environment.

Based onsite in Pirbright, you will work with experienced microbiologists, contribute to continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance, and deputise for the Microbiology Supervisor when required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated Quality Control laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of sterile manufacturing and environmental monitoring.
• Familiarity with GMP/GxP and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final product testing within scope.
• Coordinate resources and ensure training compliance.
• Lead investigations and CAPAs impacting multiple departments.
• Identify CI projects and drive them to completion.
• Maintain compliance with HSE, biosafety and GMP standards.

Skills

GxP knowledge or quality systems

Attention to detail

Documentation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or Microbiology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a QC Microbiology Specialist to join the Quality Control Microbiology team at the Pirbright site. This role supports microbiological testing and environmental monitoring for the manufacture and release of veterinary vaccines in a GMP environment.

Based onsite in Pirbright, you will work with experienced microbiologists, contribute to continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance, and deputise for the Microbiology Supervisor when required.