Title:

QC Microbiologist Pay Rate:

$31/ HR.

With Benefits Location:

Durham NC Duration

• 12 Months + Shift Time
• Standard Shift (Shift 1: Sunday
• Thursday Shift 2: Tuesday
• Saturday) Job Overview Merck is seeking a Quality Control Lab Associate Specialist to support Environmental Monitoring, Microbiology Testing, and Quality Control activities within a biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

The candidate will be responsible for performing environmental monitoring, microbiological testing, release testing, and quality-related laboratory functions while ensuring compliance with cGMP and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Required Education Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related scientific field OR Associate's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field with 1-2 years of relevant laboratory or pharmaceutical experience Must-Have Skills Environmental Monitoring (EM) Water Systems Monitoring Aseptic Technique c

GMP / GLP

Compliance Microbiology Laboratory Experience Quality Control Testing Sampling Techniques (Air, Surface, Water) Team-Based Laboratory Environment Preferred Skills Sterility Testing Release Testing In-Process Testing

LIMS SAP

Laboratory Data Analysis Technical Report Writing Troubleshooting & Process Improvements Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills Key Responsibilities Perform Environmental Monitoring including air, surface, and water sampling. Conduct microbiological testing and evaluation of environmental samples. Perform release testing of finished products, including: Sterility Testing Residual Moisture Testing Average Cell Dry Weight Testing Conduct in-process and routine quality control testing. Analyze test results, investigate deviations, and troubleshoot laboratory issues. Support process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare technical reports and maintain accurate documentation. Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, Validation, Facilities, and cross-functional teams. Ensure compliance with cGMP, GLP, SOPs, and company quality standards. Work Schedule Shift 1: Sunday

• Thursday Shift 2: Tuesday

• Saturday Hours:

  8:30 AM
• 5:00 PM Flexibility required for earlier or later start times based on Environmental Monitoring needs.

8-hour shift with a 30-minute lunch break. Top 3 Must-Have Skills for LinkedIn Posting ✅ Environmental Monitoring (Air, Surface & Water Sampling) ✅ Aseptic Technique & Microbiology Testing ✅ c

GMP / GLP

Laboratory Compliance Pay:

$28.00

• $31.

00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person