Microbiologist

TekWissen ®; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent biotechnology and pharmaceutical company is seeking a QC Microbiology Lab Analyst to perform microbiology assays supporting GMP and clinical product release. The role requires conducting microbiological tests, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining laboratory cleanliness. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related field and have 1–2 years of experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience, preferably in pharmaceuticals or biotech and/or in a GMP environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations in QC microbiology laboratories.
• Conduct microbiological tests on in-process samples.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP, regulatory guidelines, and safety protocols.

Skills

Microbiology

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

Laboratory skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field

Job description

Tekwissen group, is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. This client is a German multinational Pharmaceutical and biotechnology company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, headquartered in Leverkusen, and areas of business include pharmaceuticals; consumer healthcare products, agricultural chemicals, seeds and biotechnology products.

Position Summary

We are seeking a QC Microbiology Lab Analyst to perform microbiology assays supporting GMP, clinical, and development product release. This role involves supporting QC Micro Assay testing for GMP, clinical, and development product release activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations in QC microbiology laboratories.
• Conduct microbiological tests on in-process samples, including growth promotion testing.
• Ensure all testing activities comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), regulatory guidelines, and safety protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the laboratory environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn new skills and achieve proficiency.
• Support method verifications for clinical and commercial products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related scientific field.
• 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry and/or in a GMP environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to support and prioritize multiple diverse activities simultaneously while meeting schedule commitments.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to follow written procedures

TekWisen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.