Microbiologist

Job Summary Launch your career in the vibrant biotech hub of the Bay Area! A Top‑Tier Global Pharma Leader is seeking a Microbiologist for an onsite role in Berkeley, CA. This high‑impact, 6‑month contract offers exceptional training, long‑term extension, and conversion potential up to a year and beyond. Joining a deeply collaborative, long‑standing team of analysts, you will play a vital role in executing hands‑on microbiological assays to ensure critical clinical and commercial products meet release timelines. Location: Berkeley, California Job Type: Contract Salary: $30.00 – $36.77 per hour Work Hours: 9 to 5 Education: Bachelors Responsibilities Perform hands‑on microbiological assays and tests on in‑process, clinical, and development samples. Conduct growth promotion testing and support method verifications for clinical and commercial products. Ensure all laboratory activities strictly comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), GMP regulations, and safety protocols. Maintain accurate documentation, cleanliness, and orderliness within the laboratory environment. Collaborate flexibly within a 5‑7 analyst team to manage workflow surges and meet tight product timelines. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or a related scientific field. 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience within a pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Demonstrated proficiency with aseptic techniques and working in a regulated GMP environment. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills. Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic environment, including occasional overtime, weekend, or holiday shifts as needed. Preferred Qualifications Prior knowledge of compendial requirements. Benefits Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, life insurance offerings, short‑term disability, and a 401(k) plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Equal Opportunity Employer Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. Fair Chance Employment Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Randstad USA