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Microbiology and Contamination Control Manager

United Kingdom, Falkirk · Job Posted June 10, 2026
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Microbiology leader to take ownership of both QC Microbiology operations and site-wide Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) within a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact leadership role, combining team management with strategic influence across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and development functions.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and develop QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring teams
  • ensure delivery of microbiological testing across raw materials, in-process and finished product
  • maintain laboratories in a state of continuous GMP compliance and inspection readiness
  • own and continuously improve the site-wide CCS in line with regulatory expectations
  • embed contamination control principles into facility design, material flows, and operational processes
  • drive CCS as a dynamic, data-led system informed by risk and trend analysis
  • act as site Subject Matter Expert for microbiology, aseptic processing, and cleanroom operations
  • provide input into deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and change controls
  • support audits and regulatory inspections as the microbiology lead
  • partner with Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, and Engineering to embed contamination control
  • lead trending and analysis of microbiology and environmental monitoring data
  • drive initiatives to reduce contamination risks and improve performance
  • support structured risk assessments and implementation of robust controls
  • deliver site-wide training on contamination control and microbiology practices
  • champion a culture of proactive risk identification and continuous improvement

Requirements

  • Significant experience within GMP pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing environments
  • expertise in aseptic processing, environmental monitoring, and contamination control
  • proven experience leading and developing microbiology or laboratory teams
  • strong knowledge of global GMP regulations, including EU Annex 1
  • excellent stakeholder management and the ability to influence across a matrix organisation
  • a degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences or a related discipline is preferred

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