QC Associate Scientist — GMP Microbiology

BD; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a laboratory QC professional to perform routine and non-routine quality control testing on materials and products in a regulated environment. You will handle hazardous materials, work in a clean room, and operate essential lab equipment with strict PPE protocols.

You will document results in SAP, assist in investigating OOS results, and help update SOPs while contributing to continuous improvement and GMP/GDP/GLP compliance across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology or Life Science preferred; minimum lab certificate required.
• Minimum of one year practical experience in microbiology or medical technology lab.
• Strong understanding of GMP/GDP/GLP regulations and quality management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine QC testing on materials and finished products per SOPs and specs.
• Handle hazardous materials and potentially work with BSL-3 organisms following safety policies.
• Work in a clean room environment and properly use PPE.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment; calibrate and troubleshoot as needed.
• Accurately document results in test sheets and SAP systems.
• Assist in investigations of out-of-specification results and suggest corrective actions.
• Contribute to SOP development, test methods, and quality-related docs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the quality management system.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, GLP and company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing and scientific ops.
• Will rotate across QC laboratories as needed.

Skills

GMP knowledge

GLP knowledge

Documentation skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Life Science

Laboratory certificate

Tools

SAP

Job description

BD is seeking a laboratory QC professional to perform routine and non-routine quality control testing on materials and products in a regulated environment. You will handle hazardous materials, work in a clean room, and operate essential lab equipment with strict PPE protocols.

You will document results in SAP, assist in investigating OOS results, and help update SOPs while contributing to continuous improvement and GMP/GDP/GLP compliance across cross-functional teams.