Microbiologist (Sr QC Technician - Microbiology)

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Work Schedule</b></p>Standard (Mon-Fri)<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Environmental Conditions</b></p>Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Laboratory Setting, No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><u>Job Description</u></b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2><b>Make an impact with a global leader in scientific innovation.</b></h2><p></p><p><b>Benefits</b></p><ul><li><p>Competitive salary and benefits packages</p></li><li><p>Penalty rates for rotational weekend and public holiday work</p></li><li><p>Opportunities for professional growth and development</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>About the Role</b></p><p>At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll be part of a team whose work truly matters. Every day, our people help make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Our QC Microbiology team plays a key role in supporting the manufacture and release of life-changing biopharmaceutical products.</p><p></p><p>We are seeking a Microbiologist to join our QC Microbiology team as a Sr QC Technician - Microbiology. In this role, you will perform microbiological testing and sampling, support quality systems, contribute to investigations, and work collaboratively across departments to maintain high standards of compliance and product quality.<br /><br /><b>This role includes participation in rotational OT weekend and public holiday work.</b></p><p></p><p><b>What You’ll Be Doing</b></p><ul><li><p>Performing microbiological testing including bioburden, of process intermediates, crude harvest, drug substance and WFI</p></li><li><p>Conducting sampling of environmental monitoring and WFI</p></li><li><p>Perform growth-promotion testing, isolates sub-culturing and preliminary confirmatory tests</p></li><li><p>Conduct technical evaluation of growth detected and microbial identifications obtained</p></li><li><p>Maintaining laboratory stock, equipment and GMP documentation</p></li><li><p>Recording results accurately to meet regulatory and quality standards</p></li><li><p>Preparing, reviewing and updating SOPs, test methods and technical reports</p></li><li><p>Supporting investigations including deviations, OOS/OOT and laboratory events</p></li><li><p>Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>About You</b></p><p>You’ll succeed in this role if you enjoy problem-solving, working collaboratively and contributing to high-quality scientific outcomes.</p><p></p><p><b>We’re looking for:</b></p><ul><li><p>Tertiary Science qualification (Microbiology or closely related degree)</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of bio-pharmaceutical processes and pharmaceutical guidelines advantageous</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with principles of aseptic techniques and microbiological testing preferred.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of GLP, cGMP, and Quality Principles.</p></li><li><p>Full working rights in Australia. Visa with &gt;2 years expiration date with long-term plan will be considered</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What’s in it for You?</b></p><ul><li><p>Join a global leader with real opportunities to grow your career</p></li><li><p>Access ongoing training through Thermo Fisher University</p></li><li><p>Work with supportive leaders and a collaborative team</p></li><li><p>Competitive salary &#43; industry-leading benefits</p></li><li><p>Be part of work that makes a meaningful difference</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Ready to Start Your Story?</b></p><p>If you want to build your career while helping deliver life-changing science, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p><b>Apply today with Thermo Fisher Scientific.</b></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>