<p>Job Title: QC Microbiologist</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>The QC Microbiologist performs essential testing and monitoring tasks under minimal direction. Responsibilities include raw material testing, finished product testing, stability testing, water testing, environmental monitoring, equipment cleaning sample testing, media handling, growth promotion of media, microbial identification, and other microbial testing as needed.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Conduct routine microbial examination testing for raw materials, finished products, and water systems. </li><li>Perform cleaning swab samples testing and environmental monitoring as needed. </li><li>Complete work in accordance with GLP and cGMP documentation practices. </li><li>Write, update, and evaluate test results. </li><li>Generate Certificates of Analysis for materials and finished products. </li><li>Follow environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned or as business needs require. </li><li>Work overtime and weekends when required. </li><li>Perform microbial examination tests for equipment cleaning, including streak samples and incubation of plates. </li><li>Conduct microbial counts and microorganism identification, including testing for yeast and mold. </li><li>Report results on data sheets and generate Certificates of Analysis. </li></ul> <p>Essential Skills</p> <ul> <li>Proficiency in environmental monitoring and microbiology. </li><li>Experience in stability testing, raw material testing, and in-process analysis. </li><li>Knowledge of aseptic techniques and quality control practices. </li><li>Familiarity with GMP and laboratory procedures. </li><li>Ability to conduct microbial testing, media handling, microbial identification, and water testing. </li><li>Experience with streak samples, incubation, stability studies, and batch record review. </li></ul> <p>Additional Skills & Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>B.S in microbiology, biology, or related life science. </li><li>Experience in conducting stability studies and batch record reviews. </li><li>Ability to perform root cause analysis of OOS, deviations, or complaints. </li><li>Audit experience. </li><li>Experience with method qualification and validation. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>The role is based in Easton, MD, within a dynamic pharmaceutical solutions provider focused on contract packaging, repackaging, and manufacturing for the pharmaceutical, OTC, dietary supplement, animal health, and medical device marketplaces. The position requires standing for extended periods, walking up and down stairs, and lifting weights between 5-10 lbs.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $37.00/hr.</p> <p>Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job</p> <p>classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be</p> <p>subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits</p> <p>available for this temporary role may include the following:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, dental & vision </li><li>Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital </li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available </li><li>Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) </li><li>Short and long-term disability </li><li>Health Spending Account (HSA) </li><li>Transportation benefits </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) </li></ul> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a fully onsite position in EASTON,MD.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2025.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.</p> <p>The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.</p>