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QC Microbiology Analyst
Location
North East England
Salary & Type
- Competitive salary + benefits
- Full-time
About the Opportunity
CY Partners is recruiting for a QC Microbiology Analyst to join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation. You’ll work within the QC Microbiology Release Team, ensuring the quality and safety of sterile pharmaceutical products through microbiological testing in a GMP-regulated laboratory.
This role suits:
- Recent Life Sciences graduates with laboratory experience
- Experienced QC Microbiologists seeking career development in global pharmaceutical and regulated environments
The Role
As a QC Microbiology Analyst, you’ll be responsible for:
- Carrying out sterility testing and endotoxin testing on finished sterile products
- Adhering to GMP regulations and standard operating procedures (SOPs) at all times
- Maintaining excellent aseptic technique during laboratory work
- Conducting multi-day microbiological test methods and accurately recording results
- Utilising laboratory systems (SAP, LIMS, LES) to document testing and maintain data integrity
- Supporting the wider QC Microbiology team to ensure timely product release
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About You
Essential Requirements
- A degree in Microbiology, Life Sciences discipline, or related field
- Strong understanding of microbiology principles
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to follow written procedures precisely
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience in a GMP or pharmaceutical QC laboratory
- Hands-on experience with sterility testing and/or endotoxin testing
- Practical aseptic laboratory techniques
- Knowledge of data integrity requirements in regulated settings
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIMS, SAP, LES)
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Experience Welcome
- Recent graduates with relevant:
- Laboratory work experience
- Industrial placement or internship experience
- Experienced QC Microbiology Technicians or Analysts (any lab background considered):
- Pharmaceutical/GMP laboratories
- Food microbiology or food testing laboratories
- Hospital/clinical laboratories
- General QC Laboratory Analyst roles
Why Apply?
Join a well-established pharmaceutical company and benefit from:
- Comprehensive training and development
- Exposure to regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing
- A supportive, collaborative laboratory environment
- Diverse long-term career progression opportunities
If you’re eager to build or advance your career in QC Microbiology, apply now!
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