Principal QC Microbiologist
$66 per hourTucker Parker Smith Group (TPS Group)
Job Description
Job Description
Principal QC Microbiologist
Location: Brentwood, MO (Onsite)
Assignment: 6-Month Contract with Potential to Extend or Convert to Permanent
Pay Rate: $66/hour
We are seeking an experienced Principal QC Microbiologist to provide technical leadership and oversight of Quality Control Microbiology laboratory operations within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role will oversee microbiological testing, data review, investigations, method validation, and regulatory compliance while supporting laboratory improvements and mentoring junior team members.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide technical oversight and hands-on support for microbiological testing, including endotoxin, bioburden, microbial identification, and environmental monitoring.
Review and approve laboratory data, ensuring compliance with cGMP, GDP, and applicable regulatory standards.
Author, review, and approve SOPs, protocols, specifications, validation reports, and technical documentation.
Lead OOS investigations, deviations, root cause analysis, and CAPA activities.
Support microbiological method development, validation, verification, and transfer.
Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to laboratory personnel.
Support aseptic processing, contamination control, and manufacturing quality initiatives.
Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance laboratory efficiency, compliance, and testing capabilities.
Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
Minimum 7 years of QC Microbiology experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology laboratories.
Hands-on experience with endotoxin, bioburden, microbial identification, and environmental monitoring.
Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements, including USP, EP, ICH, and EU Annex 1.
Experience with microbiological method validation, verification, and transfer.
Demonstrated experience with laboratory investigations, deviations, OOS, and CAPA.
Strong technical writing, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to provide technical leadership in a hands-on laboratory environment.
Experience supporting pharmaceutical development and commercial manufacturing.
Background in CDMO, biologics, or multi-product manufacturing environments.
Experience with MODA environmental monitoring software.
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