Microbiologist II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a QA Microbiologist II to perform microbiological testing of raw materials, products, and environmental samples in a cGMP environment in Orangeburg, NY. The role includes data integrity, equipment upkeep, and training personnel, with a 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

shift. You will apply traditional microbiology methods, interpret results, and assist in investigations and documentation. A Bachelor's in a related science and at least 3 years of pharmaceutical microbiology experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related science.
• Minimum of 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).
• Practical experience with USP microbiology methods, including USP <60>, <61>, <62>.
• Strong understanding of cGMP and FDA regulations as they relate to pharmaceutical microbiology.

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.
• Collaborate on investigations and contribute to microbiology-related projects and system improvements.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

cGMP / FDA knowledge

Data interpretation & ALCOA

Training & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Microbiology/Chemistry or related science

Job description

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.

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.

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 Nov 16, 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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