Quality Control Microbiologist

aqua vetoie laboratories; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

aqua vetoie laboratories is a scientific laboratory organization focused on water testing and related services. The Quality Control Microbiologist will perform routine microbiological testing, manage sample prep, plating, incubation, and data recording, while ensuring compliance with SOPs and regulatory standards.

Based in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, the role requires on-site presence, attention to detail, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and support

Qualifications

• Strong Quality Control expertise, including understanding of quality systems, SOPs, and regulatory or industry standards.
• Solid Laboratory Skills and Microbiology experience, including sample preparation, plating, incubation, and aseptic techniques.
• Well-developed Analytical Skills for interpreting data, troubleshooting test anomalies, and contributing to root cause investigations.
• Proficiency in working with Laboratory Equipment such as incubators, autoclaves, biosafety cabinets, and basic analytical instruments.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Knowledge of GMP, GLP, or similar laboratory compliance frameworks is preferred.
• Attention to detail, accurate documentation skills, and the ability to follow structured procedures.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-based laboratory environment.
• Experience in water testing, environmental microbiology, or industrial microbiology is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine microbiological testing to ensure quality of products, samples, and processes.
• Prepare samples, operate and maintain laboratory equipment, conduct microbial counts and identifications.
• Record and interpret test results, document all work according to SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor environmental conditions and assist in investigations of out-of-specification results.

Skills

Quality control

Microbiology

SOPs & GMP

Data interpretation

Laboratory equipment

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Microbiology

Life Sciences degree

Tools

Incubators

Autoclaves

Biosafety cabinets

Analytical instruments

Job description

Company Description

aqua vetoie laboratories is a scientific laboratory organization originally based out of S.C.O., Panchkula, Haryana, India, serving clients in water and related testing services. The company focuses on reliable, accurate analysis to support public health, environmental monitoring, and industrial quality standards. Team members work with modern laboratory methods and equipment in a regulated environment that emphasizes data integrity and safety. aqua vetoie laboratories values systematic processes, adherence to quality guidelines, and continuous improvement in laboratory practices.

Role Description

The Quality Control Microbiologist is responsible for performing routine and non-routine microbiological testing to ensure products, samples, and processes meet defined quality standards. Day-to-day activities include preparing samples, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting microbial counts and identification, recording and interpreting test results, and documenting all work according to established SOPs and regulatory requirements. The role also involves monitoring environmental conditions, assisting in investigations of out-of-specification results, supporting validation activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues. This is a full-time, on-site role located in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, requiring consistent presence in the laboratory and adherence to safety and compliance protocols.

Qualifications

• Strong Quality Control expertise, including understanding of quality systems, SOPs, and regulatory or industry standards.
• Solid Laboratory Skills and Microbiology experience, including sample preparation, plating, incubation, and aseptic techniques.
• Well-developed Analytical Skills for interpreting data, troubleshooting test anomalies, and contributing to root cause investigations.
• Proficiency in working with Laboratory Equipment such as incubators, autoclaves, biosafety cabinets, and basic analytical instruments.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Knowledge of GMP, GLP, or similar laboratory compliance frameworks is preferred.
• Attention to detail, accurate documentation skills, and the ability to follow structured procedures.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-based laboratory environment.
• Experience in water testing, environmental microbiology, or industrial microbiology is an advantage.