Principal QC Microbiologist Location: Brentwood, MO (Onsite) Assignment: 6-Month Contract with Potential to Extend or Convert to Permanent Pay Rate: $66/hour Position Summary 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 Responsibilities • Provide 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. Required Qualifications • 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. Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting pharmaceutical development and commercial manufacturing. • Background in CDMO, biologics, or multi-product manufacturing environments. • Experience with MODA environmental monitoring software. #ZR