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Hours Full-time
Location Winston Salem, North Carolina

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Job Description
QC Microbiology Analyst I – Contract

Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Schedule: 5/8 schedule – Sunday–Thursday or Monday–Friday
Available Shifts: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | 10:30 AM–7:30 PM
Pay: $24-$30/hour, depending on experience
Weekend & holiday support may be required

We’re seeking a QC Microbiology Analyst I to join a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing organization in Winston-Salem, NC. This role will support routine microbiological testing and environmental monitoring within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do
  • Perform routine Environmental Monitoring (EM) of GMP-controlled areas
  • Support personnel monitoring during manufacturing operations
  • Perform microbiological testing including bioburden, endotoxin, and sterility testing
  • Perform enumeration, Gram staining, streaking, and isolation of recovered organisms
  • Collect and test environmental and utility samples
  • Follow SOPs, work instructions, protocols, and safety requirements
  • Maintain accurate and timely GMP documentation
  • Support SOP, work instruction, form, and protocol revisions
  • Assist with laboratory equipment qualification and process improvement initiatives
  • Maintain QC laboratory inventory and coordinate material requests
  • Maintain high hygiene and aseptic practices required for GMP cleanroom operations
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing and other Quality functions to support timely testing and reporting
What We're Looking For
  • High School Diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific field is a plus
  • 1–2 years of relevant microbiology experience
  • Pharmaceutical or other GMP-regulated laboratory experience strongly preferred
  • Basic understanding of cGMP requirements and cleanroom practices
  • Experience with Environmental Monitoring, bioburden, endotoxin, or sterility testing is highly desirable
  • Familiarity with LIMS is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Comfortable working in a highly regulated, compliance-driven environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
  • Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and perform bending, lifting, and squatting as required
Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a great opportunity for a microbiology professional looking to gain or expand hands-on pharmaceutical QC and GMP experience while working directly with environmental monitoring, microbiological testing, and manufacturing operations.



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Posting ID: 1291595064 Posted: 2026-08-30 Job Title: Microbiology Analyst