Microbiology & Environmental Monitoring Analyst (Level I / Level II)

Microbiology & Environmental Monitoring Analyst (Level I / Level II)

Manufacturing

Newark, California, US

• Added - 12/06/2026

Pay Rate Low: 32 | Pay Rate High: 34

Microbiology & Environmental Monitoring Analyst (Level I / Level II)

Quality Control | Regulated Biologics/Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 1-year contract with opportunity for extension or conversion

About the Role

A growing life sciences company is seeking a Microbiology Analyst to join its Quality Control team at either a Level I or Level II capacity depending on experience. Both levels will contribute hands-on to environmental monitoring, microbiological testing, and GMP compliance activities supporting a sterile manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated scientist who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Compensation

• Level I: $27 - $29/hour

• Level II: $32 - $34/hour

Level placement will be determined based on years of experience and depth of technical background.

Responsibilities

The following responsibilities apply to both levels, with Level II expected to operate with greater independence and take on additional ownership:

• Execute environmental monitoring programs across facilities and utilities, including viable and non-viable air and gas sampling, surface sampling, water sampling and testing, and personnel monitoring.

• Perform sterility and endotoxin testing on drug product and other compendial microbiological tests as required.

• Perform bioburden and endotoxin testing on incoming raw materials.

• Conduct aerobic and anaerobic plate count readouts, interpret results, and generate associated reports.

• Carry out media growth promotion testing, gram staining, and isolate preparation for organism identification.

• Perform TOC testing of water samples using applicable instrumentation.

• Enter, monitor, and trend data within a LIMS platform; assemble EM reports and provide regular updates on environmental trends to management.

• Support out-of-specification investigations and microbiology-related deviations.

• Maintain laboratory operations in a GMP-compliant state, coordinating with internal and external partners to ensure adequate supplies and properly functioning equipment.

• Collect metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives within areas of responsibility.

Level II additionally:

• Develop and implement corrective action plans as needed following deviation investigations.

• Review and revise SOPs and support the document change control process.

• Provide management with regular trend analysis and environmental monitoring summaries.

Qualifications

Level I

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or a related life sciences field; Microbiology preferred.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a QC Microbiology laboratory within a regulated environment; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

• Experience with microbiological techniques including air monitoring, water testing, and surface sampling.

• Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and quality control processes.

• Experience with sterile gowning, aseptic technique, and cleanroom operations a plus.

• Experience with LIMS platforms (e.g. MODA) and TOC instrumentation (e.g. Sievers M9s) a plus.

Level II

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a QC Microbiology laboratory within a regulated environment.

• Demonstrated experience with environmental monitoring techniques including viable/non-viable air and gas monitoring, water bioburden testing, surface sampling, and personnel monitoring.

• Hands-on experience with core microbiological techniques: aseptic technique, media growth promotion, microbial enumeration, gram staining, and isolate handling.

• Experience with sterile gowning procedures and cleanroom operations required.

• Working knowledge of cGMP regulations and Quality Control processes.

• Experience with LIMS platforms a plus.

Both Levels

• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively across QC and Manufacturing teams.

• Ability to prioritize and manage workload independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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