Microbiologist

Actalent; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a QA Microbiologist II in Orangeburg, NY to perform microbiological testing of raw materials, products and environmental samples, ensuring data integrity and cGMP compliance. Role includes training staff, maintaining equipment, and supporting LIMS initiatives.

Responsibilities cover routine testing, method suitability, environmental monitoring, aseptic sampling, and ALCOA data review in a fast-paced, regulated lab. This permanent, onsite position operates 12:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related science.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a pharmaceutical microbiology environment.
• Hands-on experience with traditional microbiology techniques (Gram staining, streak plating, culture maintenance, aseptic techniques).
• Experience with USP microbiology methods (USP <60>, <61>, <62>).
• Strong understanding of cGMP and FDA regulations related to pharmaceutical microbiology.
• Experience with environmental monitoring in regulated environments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly regulated laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine microbiological testing for water, bulk chemicals, drug products, and finished products.
• Assess, interpret, and document test results per cGMP and ALCOA principles.
• Perform method suitability testing on finished products using traditional microbiology methods.
• Sample and test water, environmental air, and surfaces; trend monitoring data.
• Conduct aseptic sampling to evaluate compressed air systems and cleaning processes.
• Perform basic identification of microorganisms using traditional microbiology techniques.
• Prepare microbiological media for testing of materials and products.
• Perform growth promotion testing on media to ensure suitability.
• Sample materials aseptically for microbial testing.
• Assist in maintenance, calibration, and certification of laboratory equipment.
• Train and qualify technicians on testing procedures and data recording.
• Review data generated in electronic systems to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure ALCOA principles are applied in data review.
• Collaborate with third-party labs to meet testing specs and receive results.
• Support LIMS-related activities and microbiology process improvements.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Data integrity

cGMP compliance

ALCOA principles

Scientific documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology / Microbiology / Chemistry

Tools

LIMS experience

Environmental monitoring

Job description

Job Title: QA Microbiologist II

The QA Microbiologist II performs microbiological testing and analysis of raw materials, pharmaceutical products, environmental samples, and finished products while ensuring data integrity, cGMP compliance, and appropriate product release. This role also supports the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, trains and qualifies laboratory personnel, contributes to investigations and documentation, and participates in microbiology-related projects and system improvements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine microbiological testing for water, bulk pharmaceutical chemicals, drug products, and finished products in accordance with approved test methods and work instructions.
• Assess, interpret, and document test results accurately and in compliance with cGMP and data integrity (ALCOA) principles.
• Perform method suitability testing on finished products using traditional microbiological methods and document and report results appropriately.
• Sample and test water, environmental air, and surfaces, and report, analyze, and trend environmental monitoring data.
• Conduct aseptic sampling to evaluate compressed air systems and cleaning and sanitization processes.
• Perform basic identification of microorganisms using traditional microbiology techniques.
• Prepare microbiological media used in testing bulk pharmaceutical chemicals, drug products, and components.
• Perform growth promotion testing on purchased and prepared media to ensure suitability for use.
• Sample raw materials and finished products aseptically for microbial testing.
• Assist in the maintenance, calibration, and certification of laboratory equipment to ensure proper operation and compliance.
• Train and qualify technicians and microbiologists on microbiological testing procedures, aseptic techniques, and data recording practices.
• Oversee and review data generated in electronic systems or laboratory notebooks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Perform timely review of microbiological data generated by others and ensure ALCOA principles are consistently applied.
• Collaborate with third‑party laboratories to ensure testing specifications are met and results are received, reviewed, and processed appropriately.
• Support LIMS-related activities and special projects focused on microbiology and laboratory process improvements.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related science from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a pharmaceutical microbiology environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Hands‑on experience with traditional microbiology techniques, including gram staining, streak plating, culture maintenance, and aseptic techniques.
• Practical experience with USP microbiology methods, including USP <60>, USP <61>, and USP <62>.
• Strong understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations as they relate to pharmaceutical microbiology.
• Experience with environmental monitoring in a pharmaceutical or similarly regulated environment.
• Ability to perform microbiological testing in a fast‑paced, highly regulated laboratory setting.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite position in a microbiology laboratory and aseptic environment, operating Monday through Friday on a 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. shift, with the possibility that initial training may occur on a day shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Orangeburg, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $68000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k
• paid holidays
• vacation

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Orangeburg, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orangeburg,NY.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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