Microbiologist (Contract till May 2027)

📍 Worthing
💰 £17.25 per hour
🕒 4 on / 4 off rolling day shift (07:00-17:45)

The Opportunity

We are seeking a QA Scientist - Microbiology to join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Worthing. This role offers the opportunity to work within a quality-focused laboratory environment, supporting the testing and release of products while ensuring compliance with GMP and microbiological standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing of non-sterile production and stability samples.
• Conduct water bioburden testing and environmental monitoring activities.
• Calibrate, maintain and operate laboratory equipment.
• Analyse and accurately document test results in line with SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Review and verify testing and environmental monitoring data generated by colleagues.
• Support investigations, including OOS (Out of Specification) events and CAPA activities.
• Assist with equipment and method validation activities.
• Participate in audits, projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, compliance and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).

About You

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

• GCSEs/A-Levels in a scientific discipline, with a degree or HNC in Microbiology or a related science being advantageous.
• Knowledge of routine microbiological techniques.
• An understanding and appreciation of GxP/GMP environments.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent record-keeping skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence using computer systems and laboratory documentation processes.
• The ability to work effectively within a team and adapt to changing priorities.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.