Microbiology Manager

Arevna; South Carolina; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A premier Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization in South Carolina is looking for a Director of Microbiology & Quality Control. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee QC Microbiology, sterility testing, and ensure compliance with various regulations. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of progressive experience in QC Microbiology and a strong leadership background. This opportunity offers a competitive compensation package and the chance to work on innovative biologic products.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in QC Microbiology, sterility assurance, and regulatory compliance within biologics or pharmaceutical/CDMO environments.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop QC Microbiology teams, fostering engagement, coaching, and career growth.
• Oversee sterility testing and microbiological assays.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, USP, EP, JP, and regulatory inspection readiness.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, QA, and Project Management.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biology, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Director - Microbiology & Quality Control

Location: South Carolina, USA

About the Opportunity:

We are partnering with a leading Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) in South Carolina to find a Senior Manager/Director of Microbiology & QC. This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing QC Microbiology, Environmental Monitoring, and Sterility Assurance operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop QC Microbiology teams, fostering engagement, coaching, and career growth.
• Oversee sterility testing, bioburden, endotoxin, microbial identification, and other microbiological assays.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, USP, EP, JP, and regulatory inspection readiness (FDA, EMA, PMDA).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in laboratory operations and processes.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, QA, and Project Management to support method transfers and QC strategy.
• Review and approve SOPs, protocols, deviations, CAPAs, investigations, and analytical data.
• Contribute to budgeting, resource planning, and strategic initiatives for QC operations.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biology, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in QC Microbiology, sterility assurance, and regulatory compliance within biologics or pharmaceutical/CDMO environments.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and laboratory operations.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and strategic planning skills.

Why Apply

• Lead microbiology and QC operations at a growing, innovative CDMO.
• Work on cutting‑edge biologic products in a collaborative environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Quality Assurance

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research