Supervisor, Microbiology

Augustbioservices; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

August Bioservices in Nashville, TN seeks an experienced Supervisor Microbiology to lead the microbiology laboratory across materials, product, and stability testing in a cGMP environment.

You will manage environmental monitoring, aseptic process simulations, and cross-functional projects while mentoring analysts and ensuring compliant, audit-ready operations. Strong leadership and communication are essential to drive continuous improvement and regulatory excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related science is required.
• 8–10 years of pharmaceutical laboratory management experience are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SOPs, regulatory guidance (FDA/ICH), and cGMP is essential.
• Proven leadership and mentoring ability; capable of building high-performing teams.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee microbiology testing activities for materials, components, drug product, stability, and other matrices.
• Manage environmental monitoring and aseptic process simulations.
• Lead, guide, and mentor microbiology analysts; foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure labs are compliant, audit-ready, and following cGMP and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare protocols, technical reports, and CMC-related documentation.
• Support formulation, process development, and scale-up activities.
• Review laboratory data for accuracy and completeness; manage budgeting and performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Microbiology

SOPs knowledge

FDA/ICH guidance

cGMP

Cross-functional

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Job description

Headquartered in Nashville, TN - one of the fastest-growing and most exciting cities in the United States - August Bioservices is a privately-owned, high-growth, and high-impact Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). As a US-based outsourcing partner that provides a wide array of expert drug discovery, drug formulation, and drug manufacturing services to pharma and biotech companies of all sizes, we play a vital role in the global pharmaceutical industry. Our work is instrumental in helping to develop molecules today that can become the life-changing therapies of tomorrow. To support our growth plans, August is investing significant capital in a two-phase expansion project - including building a new state-of-the-art facility adjacent to our current facility. For those seeking dynamic opportunities, rewarding career paths and a chance to make a difference in global health, come grow with August!

The Supervisor Microbiology reports to the Director of Quality Control. They provide leadership to the microbiology laboratory through all phases of development. They are responsible for managing the microbiological evaluation of raw materials, components, drug product intermediate, finished drug product and stability samples. They are also responsible for managing the environmental monitoring and aseptic process simulation programs. They are required to work in development and regulated environments, including adherence to cGMPs, regional and country specific regulations, as well as internal SOPs.

• Oversee microbiological testing activities for several of the following functions but not limited to raw material, component, drug product, stability, validation, investigational, in-process testing, etc.
• Oversee environmental monitoring, aseptic process simulation and gowning qualification programs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for microbiology.
• Lead, guide, and mentor analysts.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure the laboratories are clean, organized, compliant, and audit ready always.
• Support formulation, process development, and scale-up activities.
• Review and approve laboratory data for accuracy and completeness.
• Lead and serve on cross-functional project teams.
• Prepare protocols, technical reports, and other documentation for CMC related activities.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues that have the potential to impact project deliverables.
• Ensure compliance of laboratory personnel and equipment.
• Prepare annual laboratory budgeting.
• Perform annual performance assessments of direct reports.

• Bachelor's degree in biology, or related science and 8-10 years of experience in a pharmaceutical laboratory management role.

• Must possess strong knowledge of SOPs, laboratory procedures, FDA and ICH guidance, USP regulations, microbiological testing techniques, and cGMP.
• Strong track record of leadership skills and influence.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to build effective and constructive relationships.
• Ability to work cross-functionally both internally and externally.
• Must be a leader, mentor, and self-motivated to develop a high performing team.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, management skills, strong work ethic, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

August Bioservices is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. August Bioservices does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

At August Bioservices, Our Credo is our culture. Everything we do, we do with great care. We believe in the promise of discovery and the power of science to transform lives. We assert that excellence is not a static destination, but a standard, and an every-day measuring stick of our advancement. We aspire to unlock the potential in every person, every process and every molecule - from start to finish. We are committed to doing the right thing the first time and every time, meeting or exceeding all regulatory requirements. We strive to be exceptional, preferred and indispensable partners for our customers; responsible and engaged citizens within our communities; and active, mindful stewards of our environment.

We are August Bioservices. We are pointing the way forward. If this sounds like your kind of working environment, we want you on our team!

August Bioservices is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. August Bioservices does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.