QC Scientist Microbiology

Location: Farnham Job type: Three-month contract, working 36.25 hours per week Pay: £30,000 - £35,000 Pro Rata We're recruiting for a pharmaceutical manufacturer in Farnham who is looking to add a QC Microbiology Scientist to their Quality team on a three-month contract. The role will support routine microbiological testing activities within a GMP-regulated environment. Key responsibilities: Media plate incubation and colony enumeration Bioburden testing of product and water samples Water sampling of Purified Water, Water for Injection and Clean Steam systems Working within laminar airflow cabinets using aseptic techniques GMP-compliant documentation and record keeping Supporting microbiological testing activities across manufacturing and quality functions  We're looking for: Degree qualification in Microbiology, Biology or a related scientific discipline Previous microbiology laboratory experience Experience working within a regulated environment Good attention to detail and documentation practices Ability to start within a short timeframe  Experience of pharmaceutical microbiology, bioburden testing, water testing or environmental monitoring would be advantageous but is not essential. What Next: If you like the sound of this QC Microbiology Scientist opportunity, simply click apply now. Need more information? Please contact Tom Schwartz for a confidential conversation. We thank you for your application in advance. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally; therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies, please visit our website. INDENG