Lonza

pharmaceutical

QCMicrobiologist

Tampa, Florida, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“QC Microbiologist at Lonza. Skills: Microbiology, Quality Control, cGMP. Perform microbiological testing. Support method validation”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensuring product quality and compliance; Drive continuous improvement and compliance

Industry & Context.

pharmaceutical
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot laboratory issues independently; Analytical thinking

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Associate degree in a scientific discipline, 3+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical cGMP laboratory environment, Knowledge of microbiological techniques, environmental monitoring, growth promotion and sterility of media, water sampling and testing, Proven ability to support method validation, investigations (CAPA), change control processes, Practical experience with laboratory documentation, SOP review, data reporting, analytical thinking, attention to detail, ability to troubleshoot laboratory issues independently, Effective collaboration and communication skills

What You'll Do.

Perform microbiological testing

Support method validation

Conduct testing on sites

Manage QC-related project activities

Investigate laboratory deviations

Develop and execute validation protocols

Collaborate with teams

Maintain laboratory readiness

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordination with cross-functional teams; Collaborate with manufacturing, formulation, and external laboratories; Work across teams

Communication Scope

Effective communication skills

Process & Methodology

Manage QC-related project activities, Technology transfer

Full Job Description

**QC Microbiologist** **Location** : Tampa, FL Join our Quality Control team as a QC Microbiologist, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring product quality and compliance through hands-on laboratory testing, method development, and validation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to projects that support the delivery of safe, high-quality pharmaceutical products. This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards. **What you will get:** A competitive compensation. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer: • Performance-related bonus. • Medical, dental and vision insurance. • 401(k) matching plan. • Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance. • Employee assistance programs. • Paid time off (PTO). Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge. **What you will do:** -Perform microbiological testing including but not limited to environmental monitoring, water sampling and testing, growth promotion and sterility testing of media, and analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products in compliance with USP and regulatory standards. -Support method validation to ensure robust and reliable QC processes. -Conduct testing on a regular at the manufacturing, packaging, and warehouse/distribution sites to support operations. -Manage and support QC-related project activities, including technology transfer and coordination with cross-functional teams. -Investigate laboratory deviations and implement CAPA to drive continuous improvement and compliance. -Develop and execute validation protocols for methods and equipment, ensuring adherence to cGMP requirements. -Collaborate with manufacturing, formulation, and external laboratories to support pr

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