Microbiologist 2

Now Hiring: Microbiologist II

Monroe, North Carolina | Full-Time | Direct Hire

Take the Next Step in Your Microbiology Career!

Are you an experienced microbiologist looking for an opportunity to take on greater ownership in sterilization validation, microbiological testing, contamination control, and product quality?

We’re seeking a Microbiologist II to join a quality-focused team within a highly regulated

manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a microbiology professional who enjoys hands-on laboratory work while also wanting to expand their expertise in validation, investigations, technical documentation, and continuous improvement.

Your work will directly support product safety, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Perform microbiological testing, including bioburden, endotoxin, sterility, growth promotion, cell culture, and environmental monitoring

Conduct and support microbiological method validations for medical and non-medical devices

☢️ Lead and support gamma and electron-beam sterilization validation activities in accordance with ISO 11137

Participate in dose audits, dose-setting studies, dose mapping, and sterilization requalification

Support environmental monitoring and contamination-control programs

Develop and maintain SOPs, laboratory procedures, validation protocols, and technical reports

Support deviations, investigations, root-cause analysis, CAPA, and complaint-related testing

Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams

Serve as a microbiology resource and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for new-product initiatives

Review and trend microbiological data to support quality and management reporting

Provide training related to aseptic technique, hygiene, and microbiological practices

Support internal audits and external regulatory inspections

What We’re Looking For

✔️ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline

✔️ 3+ years of relevant experience in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment

✔️ Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or another regulated industry preferred

✔️ Experience or working knowledge of gamma and electron-beam sterilization

✔️ Knowledge of ISO 13485 and ISO 11137

✔️ Strong understanding of microbiological testing, validation, laboratory documentation, and quality requirements

✔️ Excellent technical writing, analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills

✔️ Proficiency with Microsoft Office and laboratory-based computer systems

✔️ Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams

What’s Offered

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with 5% company match

Full-Time | Direct Hire

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is more than a traditional laboratory position. You’ll have the opportunity to expand your technical expertise, contribute to meaningful validation projects, support quality initiatives, and become a key microbiology resource within a regulated manufacturing environment.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your microbiology career and want your work to have a direct impact on product quality, compliance, and patient safety, we’d love to connect!

Apply today to learn more about the Microbiologist II opportunity in Monroe, NC.

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