QC Microbiologist Specialist

Sire Search; Hoofddorp; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sire Search seeks a QC Microbiology Analyst in the Netherlands to strengthen the Quality Control Microbiology team, supporting laboratory testing and environmental monitoring in a GMP setting.

You will perform environmental monitoring, microbiological assays, data entry and trend analysis, and maintain compliant documentation while working closely with other QC staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• MLO level 3 or Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related discipline.
• 0–4 years of microbiology laboratory experience and/or environmental monitoring.
• Experience with air and surface monitoring.
• Experience with aseptic techniques and cleanroom operations.
• Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, and quality control processes.
• Comfortable working in cleanroom environments and following gowning procedures.
• Physically able to work in cleanroom and supporting areas (lifting ~12 kg).
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; basic data entry and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms in accordance with approved procedures.
• Perform microbiological assays, including sterility testing and plate reading.
• Perform air and surface monitoring activities.
• Enter, review, and trend microbiological results and laboratory data.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation per GMP.
• Conduct routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and areas.
• Follow SOPs, GMP, safety procedures and quality standards.
• Support departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Analysts, Senior Analysts, Lead Analysts and QC teams.
• Support additional laboratory activities as required.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Environmental monitoring

Aseptic techniques

GMP knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related

MLO level 3

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The company

A leading international biopharmaceutical organisation focused on developing innovative therapies and advanced treatments for serious diseases. The organisation operates in a highly regulated environment where quality, scientific excellence, and patient safety are at the centre of its operations.

Role Description

As a QC Microbiology Analyst, you will join a professional Quality Control Microbiology team supporting laboratory testing and environmental monitoring within a highly regulated GMP environment.

Responsibilities

• - Perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms in accordance with approved procedures.
• - Perform microbiological assays, including sterility testing and plate reading.
• - Perform air and surface monitoring activities.
• - Accurately enter, review, and trend microbiological assay results and laboratory data.
• - Maintain accurate laboratory documentation in accordance with GMP requirements.
• - Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and laboratory areas.
• - Follow applicable SOPs, GMP requirements, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• - Support departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• - Work collaboratively with Analysts, Senior Analysts, Lead Analysts, and other QC teams.
• - Support additional laboratory and departmental activities as required.

Requirement

• - MLO level 3 or Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline.
• - 0–4 years of experience in microbiology laboratory activities and/or environmental monitoring.
• - Practical experience with microbiological techniques such as air monitoring and surface monitoring.
• - Experience with aseptic techniques and cleanroom operations.
• - Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, and Quality Control processes.
• - Comfortable working in cleanroom environments and following gowning procedures.
• - Physically able to work in cleanroom and supporting areas, including lifting approximately 12 kg.
• - Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant applications.
• - Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English.
• - Able to work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• - Flexible and able to adapt priorities according to changing operational requirements.

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