Quality Control Microbiologist

Location: Houston, Texas, United States

Company

Scientific testing and solutions provider operating an FDA-registered cGMP testing and calibration laboratory serving pharmaceutical, medical, compounding, hospital, and clinical research clients.

What you will do

• Review sterile and non-sterile microbiology test data, worksheets, logbooks, reports, and quality records.
• Apply cGMP, cGLP, ISO 17025, A2LA, USP, SOP, and quality management system requirements.
• Review and approve OOS investigations, NCRs, deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and customer complaints.
• Evaluate root-cause analyses and corrective action plans for laboratory and process issues.
• Support and conduct internal audits, regulatory inspections, client audits, accreditation assessments, and compliance walkthroughs.
• Write, review, and approve SOPs, work instructions, forms, quality manuals, training materials, and controlled documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related life science.
• Knowledge of cleanroom practices and microbiological testing principles.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic document management systems.

Nice to have

• Experience with sterile or non-sterile microbiology testing.
• Experience in an ISO 17025, cGMP, or cGLP-regulated laboratory.
• Experience reviewing GMP/GLP documentation and quality investigations.
• ASQ certification or related quality credentials.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time position supporting quality control and regulatory objectives.
• Work alongside laboratory operations, quality leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in quality systems, documentation, and laboratory compliance.
• Mission focused on patient safety and science-based solutions.