Microbiology QC Specialist (Non-Sterile)

BioSpace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BioSpace is seeking a Microbiologist in Houston to support manufacturing and quality control testing of materials and products. The role emphasizes aseptic production, microbial enumeration, and environmental monitoring in a fast-paced lab environment.

The candidate should hold a bachelor’s in microbiology with hands-on lab experience and 3+ years in pharma/biochemical QC laboratories, capable of independent testing and reporting results, while adhering to SOPs and quality guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or related field with hands-on microbiology/chemistry coursework.
• MS or minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical/biochemical QC laboratory experience in a microbiology setting.
• Experience in microbial enumeration testing, growth promotion testing, streaking for isolation, testing with microorganisms, environmental monitoring, method suitability, microbial identification, gram staining, pipetting small volumes, SOP/documentation revisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report routine testing on samples to meet deadlines.
• Interpret results to determine pass/fail and ensure accuracy.
• Manufacturing and QC testing for in-house media production.
• Aseptic production of BSL-1 and BSL-2 microbial stocks.
• Maintain documentation and assist with audits and safety programs.

Skills

Customer Service

Advanced

Communication

Active Listening

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Job description

BioSpace is seeking a Microbiologist in Houston to support manufacturing and quality control testing of materials and products. The role emphasizes aseptic production, microbial enumeration, and environmental monitoring in a fast-paced lab environment.

The candidate should hold a bachelor’s in microbiology with hands-on lab experience and 3+ years in pharma/biochemical QC laboratories, capable of independent testing and reporting results, while adhering to SOPs and quality guidelines.