At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead QC Microbiology and Contamination Control Strategy in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment.
- Company: Join a cutting-edge biopharmaceutical manufacturing company in Central Scotland.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape contamination control strategies.
- Other info: Visible leadership role with cross-functional influence and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on regulatory readiness and operational excellence in microbiology.
- Qualifications: Experience in GMP environments and strong leadership skills in microbiology.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Microbiology leader to take ownership of both QC Microbiology operations and site-wide Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) within a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact leadership role, combining team management with strategic influence across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and development functions.
The Opportunity
You will lead the QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring teams, while driving a robust, forward-thinking Contamination Control Strategy aligned with EU GMP Annex 1 and global regulatory expectations. This is a highly visible role with responsibility for embedding contamination control into process design, facility development, and day-to-day operations, ensuring a proactive and compliant approach across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Laboratory Oversight
- Lead and develop QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring teams
- Ensure delivery of microbiological testing across raw materials, in-process and finished product
- Maintain laboratories in a state of continuous GMP compliance and inspection readiness
- Contamination Control Strategy (CCS)
- Own and continuously improve the site-wide CCS in line with regulatory expectations
- Embed contamination control principles into facility design, material flows, and operational processes
- Drive CCS as a dynamic, data-led system informed by risk and trend analysis
- Technical Expertise & SME Leadership
- Act as site Subject Matter Expert for microbiology, aseptic processing, and cleanroom operations
- Provide input into deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and change controls
- Support audits and regulatory inspections as the microbiology lead
- Cross-Functional Influence
- Partner with Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, and Engineering to embed contamination control into:
- Aseptic behaviours and operator practices
- Cleaning and environmental monitoring programmes
- Process design, tech transfer, and validation activities
- Continuous Improvement & Risk Management
- Lead trending and analysis of microbiology and environmental monitoring data
- Drive initiatives to reduce contamination risks and improve performance
- Support structured risk assessments and implementation of robust controls
- Training & Culture
- Deliver site-wide training on contamination control and microbiology practices
- Champion a culture of proactive risk identification and continuous improvement
About You
We are looking for a strong technical leader with a passion for contamination control and operational excellence. You will bring:
- Significant experience within GMP pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing environments
- Expertise in aseptic processing, environmental monitoring, and contamination control
- Proven experience leading and developing microbiology or laboratory teams
- Strong knowledge of global GMP regulations, including EU Annex 1
- Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to influence across a matrix organisation
- A degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences or a related discipline is preferred.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to shape and lead a site-wide contamination control strategy
- Work in a cutting-edge biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Play a key role in regulatory readiness and future site developments
- Visible leadership position with strong cross-functional influence
If you're a driven microbiology leader ready to step into a strategic and operational role, we'd love to hear from you.
Microbiology and Contamination Control Manager employer: SRG Talent
Join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in North Wales, where your expertise as a Senior QC Technical Officer will directly impact the quality of life-saving products. Our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and professional growth, offering you the chance to lead a dedicated team while benefiting from comprehensive training and development opportunities. With a commitment to excellence and employee well-being, we provide a supportive environment that values your contributions and encourages career advancement.
