Senior Microbiologist

We are recruiting a Senior Microbiologist to join a scientific development team based at a newly established advanced manufacturing and laboratory site. The environment is designed to support modern scientific workflows, combining innovative technologies with a highly collaborative operating model. The site supports multiple stages of product development and supply, from early clinical activities through to market introduction.

The organisation places strong emphasis on inclusion, collaboration, and employee contribution, fostering a workplace where individuals from varied backgrounds can thrive and influence how the site operates.

Position Summary

This role will support analytical and laboratory capabilities within a regulated environment, working in partnership with engineering, automation, and operational teams. A key focus will be enabling data-driven process monitoring and supporting the effective operation of laboratory systems. The role requires flexibility and close interaction with manufacturing and support functions.

The position is onsite and operates on a rotating shift pattern, primarily covering extended daytime hours, with adjustments based on operational requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day functioning of laboratory operations, including commissioning and performance verification of analytical equipment.
  
  
• Author, review, and maintain laboratory documentation such as procedures, work practices, and technical records.
  
  
• Evaluate and interpret laboratory results to support product quality decisions and ongoing performance monitoring.
  
  
• Prepare summary reports and contribute to periodic reviews of laboratory data and key performance indicators.
  
  
• Coordinate laboratory materials and consumables, ensuring availability to support testing activities.
  
  
• Contribute to cross-functional discussions and working groups, representing laboratory interests where required.
  
  
• Support regulatory and quality oversight activities, including inspections, audits, and readiness initiatives.
  
  
• Perform laboratory testing in compliance with regulated standards, including routine monitoring, investigational work, and troubleshooting of atypical results.
  
  
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including adoption of new tools, technologies, and efficiency-focused laboratory practices.
  
  
• Plan and manage testing timelines to meet operational priorities and delivery commitments.
  
  
• Share technical knowledge through coaching and training of colleagues, ensuring compliance with training requirements.
  
  
• Provide occasional support outside of standard hours when exceptional operational needs arise.
  
  
• Promote safe working practices and contribute positively to a respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
  
  

Experience and Capabilities

Successful candidates will typically demonstrate:

• A qualification in a scientific or technical discipline (e.g. life sciences, microbiology, chemistry, or engineering).
  
  
• 3 years of experience in a regulated laboratory or manufacturing support environment.
  
  
• Familiarity with analytical or microbiological testing within a quality-driven setting.
  
  
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  
  
• A collaborative mindset, balanced with the ability to work independently.
  
  

This organisation is focused on delivering meaningful impact through science and technology, guided by a strong commitment to quality, safety, and ethical practice. Diversity and equal opportunity are fundamental to how teams are built and supported.