Microbiologist

Piper Companies; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 106,075,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Sick leave

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Microbiologist to support a leading biopharma manufacturer in the RTP area. The role focuses on environmental monitoring, microbiological testing, and cleanroom operations within a GMP-regulated environment.

This contract-to-hire position suits recent life sciences grads and experienced lab professionals alike. Responsibilities include environmental sampling, routine microbiology testing, data interpretation, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field.
• Understanding of analytical chemistry concepts and standard curve calculations.
• Experience from coursework, internships, or lab roles in microbiology or biotech.
• Comfort with cleanroom gowning and ISO 5/ISO 7 environments.
• Strong writing and data analysis skills in regulated settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring: viable air, surface, and personnel sampling in controlled environments.
• Conduct microbiology testing and document results per GMP requirements.
• Evaluate monitoring data, identify trends, and assist with investigations.
• Operate and maintain sampling equipment and lab instruments used for contamination control.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of lab materials compliant with safety regs.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

Microbiology

Data analysis

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related life sciences

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Microbiologist to support a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization in the RTP area. This Microbiologist opportunity is a 6+ month contract-to-hire role focused on environmental monitoring, microbiological testing, and cleanroom operations within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment. This position is a great fit for recent Life Sciences graduates looking to break into biotech, as well as experienced laboratory professionals seeking hands-on pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities for the Microbiologist:

• Perform environmental monitoring activities, including viable air, surface, and personnel sampling within controlled manufacturing and laboratory environments.
• Conduct routine microbiology laboratory testing and generate accurate, GMP-compliant documentation of results and observations.
• Evaluate environmental monitoring data, identify trends, and assist with basic investigations and troubleshooting activities.
• Operate and maintain sampling equipment, laboratory instruments, and testing systems used to support contamination control programs.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of laboratory materials while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications for the Microbiologist:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• Understanding of basic analytical chemistry concepts, including the ability to create standard curves and calculate unknown sample concentrations through interpolation.
• Experience gained through coursework, internships, academic research, or industry laboratory roles in microbiology, chemistry, biotechnology, or related sciences.
• Comfortable completing cleanroom gowning certification and routinely working in ISO 5 and ISO 7 classified environments while spending extended periods on your feet.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, observation, and data analysis skills with the ability to follow procedures in a regulated setting.

Compensation of the Microbiologist:

• Associate I Salary Range: $25.00/hr - $30.00/hr
• Associate II Salary Range: $30.00/hr - $37.00/hr
• Contract Length: 6+ Months
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K

Application Details

Posting Date: 10/16/2026

Apply-By/Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Keywords: Microbiologist, QC Microbiology, Environmental Monitoring, GMP, Cleanroom, ISO 5, ISO 7, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Sampling, Air Sampling, Surface Sampling, Contamination Control, Aseptic Technique, Biotechnology, Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing, Life Sciences, SOP Compliance, Microbial Testing, Sterility Assurance, Quality Control, Laboratory Operations, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.

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