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Quality Control Microbiologist jobs are open across pharmaceutical, food and beverage, biotech, and contract manufacturing industries, from entry-level technician roles to senior scientist and QC manager positions, with specializations in environmental monitoring, sterility testing, and microbial identification. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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At Ascend Advanced Therapies, we are dedicated to advancing innovative therapies that have the potential to transform patients' lives. Our team works collaboratively in a quality-driven, highly regulated environment to support the development and manufacturing of advanced therapeutics.
We are seeking a Quality Control Microbiologist II to join our Quality Control team in Alachua, Florida. This position plays an important role in supporting microbiological testing, environmental and utility monitoring, and contamination control activities to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and the integrity of our GMP manufacturing processes.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Applies quality scientific techniques in the microbiological analysis of raw materials; in-process & finished product samples to include: sterility, bioburden, endotoxin, TOC & conductivity, identification, environmental monitoring, growth promotion, microbial recovery and media fill tests following approved procedures.
- Executes growth promotion of microbiological media and qualification of commercially prepared organisms.
- Performs environmental monitoring (including but not limited to: air, surface, and personnel) of the cleanrooms and laboratory in support of GMP manufacturing.
- Performs critical utility monitoring (water and compressed air).
- Assists with data analysis and trending of EM and UM data to ensure a state of control.
- Provides feedback on SOPs, forms, logbooks, etc., as necessary, to facility ever-changing expectations for operating procedures and testing-related information.
- Performs routine testing of products to support release and company needs.
- Trains fellow QC laboratory personnel on QC test methods.
- Demonstrates ability to understand and interpret test results in relation to acceptance or rejection of lot tested.
- Generates data, as needed, for investigations; performs data entry for various systems and processes, and understands the necessity of trending reports.
- Notifies QC Management and initiates documentation and communication of OOS and OOT results and CAPA’s, investigation reports.
- Maintains appropriate gowning, aseptic technique, laboratory hygiene, and contamination prevention practices.
- Performs general laboratory housekeeping and upkeep of various testing stations.
- May require occasional early morning, late evening, and/or weekend work.
- Supports onboarding and qualification of laboratory equipment and GMP software systems.
- Purchases all necessary supplies needed for QC Microbiology. Receives supplies, logs-in and stores appropriately according to written procedures.
- Assists in training staff on methods and related SOPs.
- Strong computer literacy with excellent attention to detail, including document formatting and data accuracy.
- Provides support for other duties, as assigned by management.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field, and a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience or;
Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field, and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
- Prior GMP experience in Microbiology related to drug substance (bulk) or drug product (fill/finish) manufacturing is preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Physical demands: (check one)
sedentary (< 10 lbs.) light work (< 20 lbs.)
X medium work (< 50 lbs.) heavy work (< 100 lbs.)
- very heavy work (> 100 lbs.)
- Physical activity: (check all that apply)
X repetitive motion X balancing X stooping X lifting
climbing X kneeling/crouching crawling X reaching
X standing X typing/grasping X walking X pushing/pulling
- hearing
- Visual acuity (preparing/analyzing data, transcribing, reading, use of measuring devices, machinery labels, color differentiation, etc.)
- Working conditions (indoor/outdoor, noise levels, hazards, working quarters)
Travel Requirements: (0%)
Supervisor Responsibilities:
This position does not require previous supervisory experience.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control microbiologist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, or a closely related life science field
- Hands-on experience working in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment
- Proficiency with microbial identification methods including gram staining and MALDI-TOF
- Familiarity with environmental monitoring programs and cleanroom sampling protocols
- Experience writing, reviewing, or executing standard operating procedures and batch records
- Knowledge of FDA regulations, USP chapters, and laboratory investigation documentation requirements
Tips for Your Quality Control Microbiologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to GMP environments
Hiring managers in QC microbiology scan for GMP compliance experience fast. List specific regulations you've worked under, such as FDA 21 CFR Part 211, and name the SOPs you've authored or followed rather than describing responsibilities in general terms.
Highlight instruments and software by name
Employers filter resumes for tools like LIMS, bioMérieux VITEK, MALDI-TOF, and plate readers. If you've used them, name each one explicitly in your skills section rather than grouping them under vague terms like 'laboratory equipment' or 'microbiology platforms.'
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality control microbiologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare deviations and OOS investigations stories
Interviewers at pharma and biotech companies routinely ask how you've handled out-of-specification results or laboratory investigations. Walk through a real example using the CAPA framework: what failed, how you investigated, what corrective action you recommended, and what the outcome was.
Search by product type not just job title
QC microbiology roles in sterile injectables, dietary supplements, and food production have different regulatory drivers and day-to-day methods. Filtering your search by industry vertical or product category helps you find openings where your specific lab background is directly relevant.
Ask about release testing ownership in interviews
One question that signals real experience: ask whether the QC team owns batch release decisions or acts in an advisory role. The answer tells you how much independent judgment the job requires, and it shows interviewers you understand the regulatory accountability structure of the role.
Quality Control Microbiologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality control microbiologists?
The companies hiring the most quality control microbiologists right now include Ascend Advanced Therapies FL, Virbac, and Padagis, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and Missouri, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Contract development and manufacturing organizations, large pharmaceutical manufacturers, and food safety labs account for a significant portion of active hiring.
How many quality control microbiologist jobs are remote?
About 0% of quality control microbiologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is low relative to most science roles because the work is inherently hands-on. The sub-areas most likely to allow partial remote work are QC documentation review, data trending, and regulatory writing positions rather than bench-level testing roles.
How do you become a quality control microbiologist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, or a related life science. Build hands-on lab skills through internships, co-ops, or entry-level QC technician roles in a regulated industry such as pharma or food manufacturing. Learn GMP principles early, get comfortable with environmental monitoring and microbial identification methods, and seek exposure to CAPA processes and deviation documentation to move into scientist-level roles.
Can you get a quality control microbiologist job with little or no experience?
Yes, many employers hire QC microbiologist technicians or associates with a relevant degree and strong academic lab skills. Emphasize coursework in microbiology techniques, any GMP training certificates you've completed, and any internship or research lab experience that involved aseptic technique, plating, or sterility testing. Entry-level roles in food manufacturing or contract labs often have lower experience requirements than pharmaceutical companies and can serve as a strong starting point.
What does the quality control microbiologist interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or HR screen focused on your background and availability. A hiring manager interview follows, covering your GMP experience, familiarity with specific methods, and how you've handled laboratory deviations or out-of-specification results. Some employers include a technical panel with QC leads or a lab tour. Final rounds may involve a presentation on a past project or a competency-based interview with quality and operations managers.
Where can I find and apply to quality control microbiologist jobs?
You can find and apply to quality control microbiologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, industry background, and location preferences, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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