Senior Specialist Quality Control, Microbiology - Day Shift

Cardinal Health; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Health in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Sr. Specialist, QC Microbiology to perform microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and collaboration with QA to ensure timely sample testing and product release.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field and 2–4 years in pharmaceutical/biotechnology QC, plus strong documentation skills, familiarity with cGMP, and a commitment to quality and accuracy in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology/Biology or related field preferred or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum 2–4 years in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry with emphasis in QC microbiology, environmental monitoring, or related areas.
• Competent in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organization skills.
• General knowledge of industry regulations pertaining to cGMP.

Responsibilities

• Perform various microbiological testing procedures adhering to Manufacturing/QC batch records, protocols, and/or test methods.
• Perform environmental monitoring in controlled and classified manufacturing and testing areas.
• Work with project managers, manufacturing, and QA to ensure timely testing of samples and release of products.
• Inform management of Out of Specification/Out of Trend results and other non-conformances.
• Participate in investigations and other related studies.
• Participate in validation, calibration, and troubleshooting of various types of equipment and instruments including proactive resolution of operating issues.
• Adhere to environmental health and safety requirements and procedures.
• Review, analyze, interpret, trend, and report test result data.
• Participate in general laboratory upkeep.
• Adhere to Good Documentation, Laboratory, and Manufacturing Practices.
• Support department compliance and productivity goals.

Skills

QC microbiology

Environmental monitoring

Aseptic manufacturing

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biology or related field

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

***What a Sr. Specialist, QC Microbiology contributes to Cardinal Health:***Quality develops and implements quality policies, procedures, and processes to ensure products and services comply with regulatory standards and specifications.Quality Control is responsible for the analysis or inspection of materials, components, products or processes for compliance with specifications and standards.***What is expected of you and others at this level**** Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks.* Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity.* Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes actions to resolve.* Applies judgment within defined parameters.* Receives general guidance, may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.* Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy.**Responsibilities*** Perform various microbiological testing procedures adhering to Manufacturing/QC batch records, protocols, and/or test methods.* Perform environmental monitoring in controlled and classified manufacturing and testing areas.* Work with project managers, manufacturing, and QA to ensure timely testing of samples and release of products.* Inform management of Out of Specification/Out of Trend results and other non-conformances.* Participate in investigations and other related studies.* Participate in validation, calibration, and troubleshooting of various types of equipment and instruments including proactive resolution of operating issues.* Adhere to environmental health and safety requirements and procedures.* Review, analyze, interpret, trend, and report test result data.* Participate in general laboratory upkeep.* Adhere to Good Documentation, Laboratory, and Manufacturing Practices.* Support department compliance and productivity goals.* Experience in authoring documentation such as SOPs, test methods, change controls, CAPAs, deviations, and laboratory investigations is desirable.* Core hours are Thur-Sun 8AM-6PM. Weekends, holidays, and extended shifts are possible depending on business needs.**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology/Biology or related field preferred or equivalent industry experience.* Minimum 2-4 years in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry with emphasis in one of the following areas preferred: QC microbiology, environmental monitoring, critical systems monitoring, quality control, aseptic manufacturing.* Competent in the use of various computer programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.* Excellent communication, documentation, and organization skills.* General knowledge of industry regulations pertaining to cGMP.* Bonus eligible: No* Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.* Medical, dental and vision coverage* Paid time off plan* Health savings account (HSA)* 401k savings plan* Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay* Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)* Short- and long-term disability coverage* Work-Life resources* Paid parental leave* Healthy lifestyle programs**Anticipated salary range:**$68,500- $88,020**Bonus eligible:**No**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.* Medical, dental and vision coverage* Paid time off plan* Health savings account (HSA)* 401k savings plan* Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay* Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)* Short- and long-term disability coverage* Work-Life resources* Paid parental leave* Healthy lifestyle programs **Application window anticipated to close:** 11/30/2026 \\*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.