GMP Sterile QC Microbiologist

Russell Tobin; Athlone; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Tobin is seeking an experienced QC Microbiology Specialist for a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Athlone, Ireland. This role supports sterile manufacturing through environmental monitoring, microbial testing, validation activities, and sterility assurance to uphold GMP standards and product quality.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Technical teams, perform investigations, maintain QA documentation, and contribute to patient safety by ensuring robust

Qualifications

• Degree in Microbiology or life sciences.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a cGMP QC Microbiology laboratory.
• At least 2 years' experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Hands-on microbiological testing in sterile manufacturing environments.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and utility testing.
• Strong understanding of sterility assurance principles and GMP regulations.
• Experience with method validation and quality risk management.
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring of cleanroom manufacturing areas.
• Conduct water, utility, and microbial testing, including endotoxin and other assays.
• Execute process and method validation protocols.
• Support laboratory investigations and root cause analysis using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Review laboratory data and GMP documentation.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure GMP compliance.
• Develop and support laboratory procedures and site documentation.
• Deliver sterility assurance and microbiology awareness training.
• Participate in media fill studies to support sterile manufacturing qualification.
• Escalate quality, safety, or compliance risks as appropriate.

Skills

Microbiology

GMP compliance

Environmental monitoring

Sterile manufacturing

Quality control

Problem solving

Documentation

Risk management

Method validation

Water testing

Education

Degree in Microbiology or Life Sciences

Job description

Russell Tobin is seeking an experienced QC Microbiology Specialist for a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Athlone, Ireland. This role supports sterile manufacturing through environmental monitoring, microbial testing, validation activities, and sterility assurance to uphold GMP standards and product quality.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Technical teams, perform investigations, maintain QA documentation, and contribute to patient safety by ensuring robust