Quality Control Microbiologist, Tissue & Microbiology Lab

VIVEX Biologics, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVEX Biologics, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Microbiologist to manage QC testing for donor tissue, recovered tissue, and grafts.

You will coordinate with contracted labs and internal teams to ensure timely, accurate results in compliance with AATB, FDA, and USP guidelines. The role requires hands-on QC testing (viability, bioburden, sterility), release testing, documentation, and trend analysis, with occasional evening/weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Science, Microbiology preferred or AS with two years experience in a regulated environment.
• Laboratory Skills: Aseptic techniques, bioburden, sterility, growth promotion, gram staining, microbial identification, and microbiology testing.
• Other Skills: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC testing of tissue samples: viability, bioburden, sterility, in-process bioburden, method suitability, gram staining, biochemical testing, and microbial ID using Vitek 2.
• Perform QC release testing of microbiology media, materials, and reagents.
• Review test results and manage Biomaterial Tracking System (BTM) to ensure proper handling and disposition of grafts.
• Communicate with outside labs and internal departments to ensure timely results.
• Maintain documentation and trend analysis of QC results.
• Support environmental monitoring and water system testing, including TOC, bioburden, endotoxin, and conductivity.
• Perform lab equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Assist in qualification/validation of QC testing methods.
• Review reports, protocols, and procedures for compliance.
• Assist Manager with lab stock and ordering supplies.
• Participate in on-call weekend alternating schedule.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Bioburden testing

Sterility testing

Growth promotion

Gram staining

Microbial identification

Microbiology testing

Education

Bachelor’s in Science (Microbiology)

Associate in Science (Microbiology) with 2 years experience

Tools

Vitek 2

Sievers M9 TOC Analyzer

Conductivity Meter

Cell Analyzers

Job description

VIVEX Biologics, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Microbiologist to manage QC testing for donor tissue, recovered tissue, and grafts.

You will coordinate with contracted labs and internal teams to ensure timely, accurate results in compliance with AATB, FDA, and USP guidelines. The role requires hands-on QC testing (viability, bioburden, sterility), release testing, documentation, and trend analysis, with occasional evening/weekend shifts.