Microbiology Technician

Compunnel Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

A biotechnology company based in Durham is seeking a Quality Microbiology Technician to conduct QC testing and maintain high documentation standards. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related field and have 1–3 years of lab experience in a regulated environment. This role involves managing lab inventory and supporting validation activities as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of pharma/biotech/medical device/diagnostics lab experience.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR 820.
• Strong documentation accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Environmental Monitoring and identify contamination risks.
• Conduct QC testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished goods.
• Record and review data in LIMS; maintain complete documentation.
• Support assay validation and equipment qualification.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field

Tools

LIMS

TOC

LAL/Endotoxin

Sterility Testing

Bioburden

Gram Stain

Growth Promotion

Particulate Count

Cell-based assays

Job description

This range is provided by Compunnel Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $26.00/hr

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Job Title: Quality Microbiology Technician

Summary

Responsible for daily lab testing to support product release, equipment qualification, validation, and routine quality activities. Performs standardized assays, reviews data, maintains documentation, and collaborates with Manufacturing, Sterilization, Quality, Vendors, and Contract Labs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Environmental Monitoring (water, air, surface) and identify contamination risks.
• Conduct QC testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished goods (TOC, LAL/Endotoxin, Bioburden, Sterility, Gram stain, Growth Promotion, Particulate Count, cell-based assays).
• Record and review data in LIMS; maintain complete GMP-compliant documentation.
• Manage samples, reagents, and lab inventory.
• Maintain lab hygiene, autoclaving, glassware washing, and equipment upkeep.
• Support assay validation, equipment qualification, and SOP updates.
• Coordinate workflow, troubleshoot issues, and help train new team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field.
• 1–3 years of pharma/biotech/medical device/diagnostics lab experience.
• Experience with: TOC, LAL/Endotoxin, Sterility Testing, EM, Bioburden, Gram Stain, Growth Promotion, Particulate Count, cell-based assays.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR 820.
• Strong documentation accuracy, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and teamwork.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Manufacturing