Senior Microbiology Team Lead

Cpl Life Sciences; Oxford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company is seeking a Senior Microbiology Team Lead in Oxford. The role focuses on overseeing microbiological research and method development while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should possess a PhD or MSc in relevant fields and have substantial experience in microbiology. This is a 12-month contract offering a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of industry experience in biotech or pharma.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in microbiology.
• Strong expertise in regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of microbiologists.
• Optimise microbiological assays for testing.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Microbial identification

Molecular techniques

Biofilm research

Sterility assurance

Contamination control

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

PhD in Microbiology

MSc in Biotechnology

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Microbiology Team Lead

Location: Oxford

Pay rate: £50 per hour

12 month contract

Cpl Life Sciences is working exclusively with a biotech company seeking a Senior Microbiology Team Lead to oversee and drive microbiological research, method development, and regulatory compliance. This leadership role involves managing a team of microbiologists, optimising assays, and ensuring microbiological integrity across product development and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and manage a team of microbiologists, providing mentorship and technical direction.

· Optimise and oversee microbiological assays for sterility, bioburden, endotoxin, environmental monitoring, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

· Develop, validate, and implement new microbiological methods to support product innovation.

· Ensure regulatory compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, MHRA, and FDA requirements, supporting audits and inspections.

· Troubleshoot microbiological issues in manufacturing, product development, and quality control.

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives for microbiological testing, working cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.

· Stay updated with industry advancements, regulatory changes, and emerging microbiological technologies, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and compliance.

· PhD or MSc in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related field, with 6+ years of industry experience (biotech, pharma, or industrial microbiology).

· Strong expertise in microbial identification, molecular techniques (PCR, NGS), biofilm research, sterility assurance, and contamination control.

· Experience in method development, validation, and troubleshooting of microbiological assays.

· Demonstrated leadership experience, with a proven track record of mentoring and developing high-performing teams.

· Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (GMP, ISO 13485, FDA, MHRA) and experience supporting audits.

· Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting findings and influencing stakeholders.

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Overview

Job Title: Senior Microbiology Team Lead

Location: Oxford

Pay rate: £50 per hour

12 month contract

Cpl Life Sciences is working exclusively with a biotech company seeking a Senior Microbiology Team Lead to oversee and drive microbiological research, method development, and regulatory compliance. This leadership role involves managing a team of microbiologists, optimising assays, and ensuring microbiological integrity across product development and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and manage a team of microbiologists, providing mentorship and technical direction.

· Optimise and oversee microbiological assays for sterility, bioburden, endotoxin, environmental monitoring, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

· Develop, validate, and implement new microbiological methods to support product innovation.

· Ensure regulatory compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, MHRA, and FDA requirements, supporting audits and inspections.

· Troubleshoot microbiological issues in manufacturing, product development, and quality control.

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives for microbiological testing, working cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.

· Stay updated with industry advancements, regulatory changes, and emerging microbiological technologies, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Essential Skills & Experience:

· PhD or MSc in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related field, with 6+ years of industry experience (biotech, pharma, or industrial microbiology).

· Strong expertise in microbial identification, molecular techniques (PCR, NGS), biofilm research, sterility assurance, and contamination control.

· Experience in method development, validation, and troubleshooting of microbiological assays.

· Demonstrated leadership experience, with a proven track record of mentoring and developing high-performing teams.

· Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (GMP, ISO 13485, FDA, MHRA) and experience supporting audits.

· Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting findings and influencing stakeholders.

Apply

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