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Microbiology Specialist jobs are open across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food and beverage, public health, and clinical diagnostics, at every level from entry-level technician to senior specialist and principal scientist, with specializations in quality control, environmental monitoring, and clinical microbiology. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Overview of Andelyn Biosciences
Our Values are founded in our origin story.
ACCOUNTABLE in our actions.
CURIOUS to discover.
COMPASSIONATE in our thinking.
TRUSTWORTHY in our communications.
SUPPORTIVE of one another.
Employees are expected to perform the following essential functions under the framework of our ACCTSions.
What you will do.
The GMP Quality Control (QC) Scientist I will perform assigned tasks to support the daily operations of the GMP QC laboratory. The primary objective is to ensure that all activities within the GMP QC laboratory facility comply with the requisite regulations (21 CFR Part 211 Subpart I, 21 CFR Part 11, et. al.). Working in close collaboration with QC Management, and senior QC staff the Scientist I will aid all day-to-day lab operations, including project and timeline management, materials management, assisting with laboratory investigations, SOP generation and revision, and assay performance. The Scientist I will aid QC Management in ensuring that their assigned tasks are performed by following appropriate regulatory practices, analytical methods, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for GMP.
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- Operate within the Quality Management System applicable to the manufacture of phase-appropriate material in the CMF
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products
- Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to cultivate and enact strategic direction of the GMP area including determination of schedule and project timelines/capabilities.
- Provides QC Management with all laboratory data generated from QC laboratory tasks, including in-process, release, and stability testing. Manages and reviews the compilation of all data and ensures its correctness
- Assists in shipment and communications with all external QC laboratory activities in coordination with QC Supervisor
- Assists QC Management with the management of laboratory investigations, the QC portion of deviation investigations, OOS results, process change controls, and required process SOP revision and remediation
- Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to ensure continuous improvement objectives are identified and met using metrics and other statistical means
- Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to ensure new projects and technologies are sought for incorporation into the GMP area
- Respond to, and take action from, alarm notifications from the applicable monitoring system(s) for laboratory temperature-controlled storage units that occur at any point during the assigned period of responsibility.
- Exercise discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility
- Demonstrate a high level of integrity
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Operate within the Quality Management System applicable to the manufacture of phase-appropriate material in the CMF
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products
- Attention to detail in all job functions
- Performs by established policies, procedures, and techniques and requires training common experience or working knowledge related to the tasks performed
- Identifies problems and performs tasks as assigned
- Work under the general supervision of senior staff and leadership
- Works in a diverse and collaborative team environment utilizing clear communication to deliver high productivity and contributes to the success of team and goals
- Documentation of all activities performed according to SOPs
- Make decisions based on established procedures
- Nominal fiscal responsibility
- Other duties as assigned
What you bring to the team.
- Must possess a relevant four-year degree, a background in the life sciences, biotechnology, or gene therapy industries preferred
- No minimum experience
- Experience in highly regulated fields preferred
- Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and adjust as priorities change.
- Must be literate in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Must possess a client-focused mindset in daily tasks
- Must possess prior experience handling confidential information and the ability to maintain confidentiality
What you can expect when working at Andelyn.
- The pride in contributing to the development and manufacturing of lifesaving therapies.
- The invaluable experience of being a part of building the foundation of a new organization.
- The opportunity to collaborate with experts who have over 10 years in the gene therapy field.
- Competitive compensation
- Eligible on day one for medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with basic vision at 100% company-paid
- 160 hours of Paid Time Off annually
- 11 Company Paid Holidays plus 2 floating holidays annually.
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Match
- Company Paid short and long-term disability.
- 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption
- Adoption Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Company Paid LinkedIn Learning access.
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Flexible work options (role specific)
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.
Overview of Andelyn Biosciences
Our Values are founded in our origin story.
ACCOUNTABLE in our actions.
CURIOUS to discover.
COMPASSIONATE in our thinking.
TRUSTWORTHY in our communications.
SUPPORTIVE of one another.
Employees are expected to perform the following essential functions under the framework of our ACCTSions.
What you will do.
The GMP Quality Control (QC) Scientist I will perform assigned tasks to support the daily operations of the GMP QC laboratory. The primary objective is to ensure that all activities within the GMP QC laboratory facility comply with the requisite regulations (21 CFR Part 211 Subpart I, 21 CFR Part 11, et. al.). Working in close collaboration with QC Management, and senior QC staff the Scientist I will aid all day-to-day lab operations, including project and timeline management, materials management, assisting with laboratory investigations, SOP generation and revision, and assay performance. The Scientist I will aid QC Management in ensuring that their assigned tasks are performed by following appropriate regulatory practices, analytical methods, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for GMP.
.
- Operate within the Quality Management System applicable to the manufacture of phase-appropriate material in the CMF
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products
- Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to cultivate and enact strategic direction of the GMP area including determination of schedule and project timelines/capabilities.
- Provides QC Management with all laboratory data generated from QC laboratory tasks, including in-process, release, and stability testing. Manages and reviews the compilation of all data and ensures its correctness
- Assists in shipment and communications with all external QC laboratory activities in coordination with QC Supervisor
- Assists QC Management with the management of laboratory investigations, the QC portion of deviation investigations, OOS results, process change controls, and required process SOP revision and remediation
- Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to ensure continuous improvement objectives are identified and met using metrics and other statistical means
- Works in close collaboration with the QC Management and senior QC staff to ensure new projects and technologies are sought for incorporation into the GMP area
- Respond to, and take action from, alarm notifications from the applicable monitoring system(s) for laboratory temperature-controlled storage units that occur at any point during the assigned period of responsibility.
- Exercise discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility
- Demonstrate a high level of integrity
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Operate within the Quality Management System applicable to the manufacture of phase-appropriate material in the CMF
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products
- Attention to detail in all job functions
- Performs by established policies, procedures, and techniques and requires training common experience or working knowledge related to the tasks performed
- Identifies problems and performs tasks as assigned
- Work under the general supervision of senior staff and leadership
- Works in a diverse and collaborative team environment utilizing clear communication to deliver high productivity and contributes to the success of team and goals
- Documentation of all activities performed according to SOPs
- Make decisions based on established procedures
- Nominal fiscal responsibility
- Other duties as assigned
What you bring to the team.
- Must possess a relevant four-year degree, a background in the life sciences, biotechnology, or gene therapy industries preferred
- No minimum experience
- Experience in highly regulated fields preferred
- Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and adjust as priorities change.
- Must be literate in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Must possess a client-focused mindset in daily tasks
- Must possess prior experience handling confidential information and the ability to maintain confidentiality
What you can expect when working at Andelyn.
- The pride in contributing to the development and manufacturing of lifesaving therapies.
- The invaluable experience of being a part of building the foundation of a new organization.
- The opportunity to collaborate with experts who have over 10 years in the gene therapy field.
- Competitive compensation
- Eligible on day one for medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with basic vision at 100% company-paid
- 160 hours of Paid Time Off annually
- 11 Company Paid Holidays plus 2 floating holidays annually.
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Match
- Company Paid short and long-term disability.
- 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption
- Adoption Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Company Paid LinkedIn Learning access.
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Flexible work options (role specific)
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in microbiology specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, or a closely related science
- Hands-on experience with aseptic technique, culture methods, and sterility testing
- Proficiency in GMP or GLP regulated laboratory environments
- Familiarity with USP, FDA, or ISO microbiological testing standards
- Experience operating and maintaining incubators, autoclaves, and biosafety cabinets
- Ability to document results accurately in laboratory information management systems
Tips for Your Microbiology Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to lab methods
List the specific techniques you've performed, such as PCR, aseptic technique, MIC testing, or environmental monitoring, with the instruments you used. Hiring managers scan for exact method names, not general phrases like 'lab experience' or 'microbiological testing.'
Highlight regulatory and compliance exposure
If you've worked in a GMP, GLP, or ISO 17025 environment, say so explicitly and name the specific frameworks. Regulated industries like pharma and food manufacturing filter candidates hard on this before the first interview, so burying it at the bottom costs you.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists microbiology specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry sector
Quality control microbiology in food manufacturing, clinical microbiology in hospital labs, and environmental monitoring in pharma each have distinct skill expectations. Search with sector-specific terms to avoid applying to roles built around a different workflow than yours.
Prepare a method-specific portfolio entry
Before interviews, write out two or three concise examples where your microbiology work directly prevented a contamination event, resolved an out-of-spec result, or supported a regulatory audit. Interviewers in this field favor concrete lab outcomes over general competency answers.
Negotiate around shift differentials and lab allowances
Many microbiology specialist roles involve rotating shifts, on-call coverage, or personal protective equipment costs that generic offer letters ignore. Ask specifically about shift differential pay, lab coat and footwear allowances, and overtime structure before accepting any offer.
Microbiology Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most microbiology specialists?
The companies hiring the most microbiology specialists right now include Emory University, Meridial, and Cardinal Health, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Iowa, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract testing laboratories, and large food and beverage producers consistently account for the highest volume of postings.
How many microbiology specialist jobs are remote?
About 88% of microbiology specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most lab-based roles. Remote opportunities are most common in regulatory affairs, microbiology data review, quality systems writing, and positions focused on method validation documentation rather than bench work.
How do you become a microbiology specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, or a related science, then build hands-on lab hours through internships, co-ops, or entry-level technician roles in a regulated environment. Gaining exposure to GMP or GLP standards early accelerates hiring. Many specialists move up after demonstrating consistent accuracy in sterility testing, environmental monitoring, or quality control workflows and earning relevant certifications such as a registered microbiologist credential.
Can you get hired as a microbiology specialist without much experience?
Yes, entry-level microbiology specialist roles exist, particularly in food safety labs, contract research organizations, and hospital clinical labs that hire recent graduates. Employers at this level prioritize demonstrated technique from coursework or internships over years of experience. Applying to quality control technician or laboratory analyst roles first gives you the regulated lab hours that move your profile into specialist consideration faster.
What does the microbiology specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen focused on your lab background and familiarity with regulated environments, followed by a technical interview where you walk through specific methods you've performed and how you've handled out-of-spec results. Some pharma and food manufacturing employers add a practical component or a written scenario involving contamination investigation. Final rounds typically include a conversation with a quality or compliance manager, especially in GMP environments.
Where can I find and apply to microbiology specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to microbiology specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your background, whether that's quality control, clinical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, or another specialization, and apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and location preferences.
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