Microbiologist

QUANTUS INC•Whitpain Township, PA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Microbiologist to support daily laboratory operations and microbiology testing services for regulated life sciences customers. This role is ideal for a hands-on microbiology professional who thrives in an organized lab environment, values strong cGMP / GDP compliance, and takes pride in delivering accurate results with reliable turnaround times. This is an in-person role in Blue Bell, PA, working as part of a high-performing team in a growing laboratory environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or related Life Sciences discipline
3+ years of microbiology laboratory experience (regulated industry strongly preferred)
Working knowledge of GMP and GDP expectations, with strong documentation habits
Experience performing microbiology testing such as enumeration, organism handling, and incubation workflows
Proficiency with computers and lab documentation tools (Microsoft Office and email required)
Comfortable working in a structured environment with high attention to detail and timelines
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and perform physical work including standing, bending, kneeling, and light equipment handling
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and drug screening

Nice To Haves

Experience working in pharmaceutical, biotech, compounding pharmacy, cleanroom, or other regulated environments
Familiarity with environmental monitoring concepts (classified areas, controlled spaces, trending, etc.)
Hands-on experience with Bruker MALDI-TOF or similar microbial identification tools
Experience supporting internal audits, customer audits, or inspection readiness

Responsibilities

Support daily lab operations including sample receipt, labeling, documentation review, and workflow execution
Maintain lab readiness through supply inventory support, stocking, and coordination of laboratory consumables
Follow all internal SOPs and customer requirements to maintain compliance and audit readiness
Support equipment readiness and lab organization, including incubators and controlled lab areas
Perform microbiological testing services such as: Biological Indicator (BI) Testing Microbial Enumeration (including plate-based methods and reporting) USP Water Testing support (as assigned, based on qualifications) Organism Identification using Bruker MALDI-TOF Subculture, Gram Staining, and isolate handling Growth Promotion Testing (GPT) and quality control testing support
Support other microbial testing services based on customer needs and lab capability
Track sample incubation schedules and ensure proper handling throughout incubation lifecycle
Read plates and interpret microbiological results accurately
Complete reports and documentation in alignment with GDP, cGMP, and client expectations
Communicate issues, deviations, and questionable results appropriately and in a timely manner
Maintain strict adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and applicable quality requirements
Support internal quality procedures including documentation review and corrective actions as needed
Identify inefficiencies and propose practical process improvements to support scaling lab throughput
Foster a culture of consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement