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Microbiology Manager

United Kingdom, Glasgow · Job Posted May 13, 2026
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We are supporting a well-established, GMP-regulated organisation in Glasgow with a search for an experienced Microbiology Manager. This is a key leadership appointment within a growing site that is investing in its people, facilities, and long-term capabilities. The role offers the opportunity to lead a specialist laboratory team, influence site-wide quality standards, and play an active role in the next phase of organisational growth. Reporting into senior site leadership, the Microbiology Manager will have overall responsibility for the performance, compliance, and development of the Microbiology function. You will provide clear direction to your team while ensuring laboratory activities support wider business and quality objectives.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and develop the Microbiology team, fostering high standards of performance, engagement, and continuous improvement
  • Ensure the laboratory operates in line with GMP and internal quality standards
  • Provide oversight of laboratory activities, planning workloads and priorities effectively
  • Support audits, inspections, and client interactions as the Microbiology subject-matter lead
  • Collaborate closely with Quality, Production, and other site functions
  • Promote a strong culture of compliance, safety, and scientific integrity

Requirements

  • Proven experience working within a GMP or highly regulated environment
  • Demonstrated leadership or line management experience within a laboratory setting
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across teams
  • A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to quality and compliance
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