Quality Control Microbiology Associate
Net2Source Inc. · Durham, NC
CONTRACT
Posted Sep 8, 2026
Job Description
Title: Quality Control Microbiology Associate
Location: Durham, NC 27712
100% Onsite
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Work Schedule:
- 1st Shift Days - Weekends Required
- Shift available: (Sunday – Thursday) and (Tuesday – Saturday)
- Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Flexibility for earlier or later start times depending on Environmental Monitoring (EM) needs.
- Shift Duration: 8 hours with a 30-minute lunch break.
Position Summary
Quality Control Lab Associate Specialist performing environmental monitoring and quality control assays.
The main function of the Associate Specialist, Quality Control is to assist in the assurance of the quality of product through the performance of microbiological, chemical and analytical sampling and assays as well as interacting with Production, Quality Assurance, Validation and Facilities, and external resources, as necessary to support Manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
General Responsibilities
- Conducts release testing in support of finished product, including sterility testing, detection of residual moisture, average cell dry weight testing.
- Conducts microbiological testing; evaluation of environmental microbiological samples.
- Conducts environmental monitoring sampling to include active air and surface sampling and water sampling.
- Evaluates data, conducts trouble shooting, process improvements, report writing, involvement in interdepartmental committees and projects.
Business & Functional Expertise
- Completes assignments in alignment with department objectives.
- Conducting In-Process and Release testing.
- Conducting Environmental Monitoring of processes and on a routine basis.
Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves technical and operational problems in collaboration with colleagues and under guidance from department head.
- Communication & Collaboration
- Communicates information, asks questions and checks for understanding.
Accountability
- Accountable for own performance.
Decision Making
- Makes decisions – guided by policies and procedures – on the shop floor.
- Consults on an as-needed basis with next-level manager on more complex decisions and/or issues that impact other units with inter-related processes.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Associate's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field plus 1-2 years of relevant laboratory/pharmaceutical experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field.
Required Experience & Skills
- Understanding and application of Good Laboratory Practices and cGMPs.
- Aseptic technique.
- Performance of environmental and water systems monitoring.
- Working in a team environment.
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with LIMS, SAP or other laboratory/production software systems.
Working Relationships & Reporting Structure
- Reports to Quality Control manager.
- Interacts with employees within own department and other departments.
Location: Durham, NC 27712
100% Onsite
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Work Schedule:
- 1st Shift Days - Weekends Required
- Shift available: (Sunday – Thursday) and (Tuesday – Saturday)
- Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Flexibility for earlier or later start times depending on Environmental Monitoring (EM) needs.
- Shift Duration: 8 hours with a 30-minute lunch break.
Position Summary
Quality Control Lab Associate Specialist performing environmental monitoring and quality control assays.
The main function of the Associate Specialist, Quality Control is to assist in the assurance of the quality of product through the performance of microbiological, chemical and analytical sampling and assays as well as interacting with Production, Quality Assurance, Validation and Facilities, and external resources, as necessary to support Manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
General Responsibilities
- Conducts release testing in support of finished product, including sterility testing, detection of residual moisture, average cell dry weight testing.
- Conducts microbiological testing; evaluation of environmental microbiological samples.
- Conducts environmental monitoring sampling to include active air and surface sampling and water sampling.
- Evaluates data, conducts trouble shooting, process improvements, report writing, involvement in interdepartmental committees and projects.
Business & Functional Expertise
- Completes assignments in alignment with department objectives.
- Conducting In-Process and Release testing.
- Conducting Environmental Monitoring of processes and on a routine basis.
Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves technical and operational problems in collaboration with colleagues and under guidance from department head.
- Communication & Collaboration
- Communicates information, asks questions and checks for understanding.
Accountability
- Accountable for own performance.
Decision Making
- Makes decisions – guided by policies and procedures – on the shop floor.
- Consults on an as-needed basis with next-level manager on more complex decisions and/or issues that impact other units with inter-related processes.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Associate's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field plus 1-2 years of relevant laboratory/pharmaceutical experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field.
Required Experience & Skills
- Understanding and application of Good Laboratory Practices and cGMPs.
- Aseptic technique.
- Performance of environmental and water systems monitoring.
- Working in a team environment.
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with LIMS, SAP or other laboratory/production software systems.
Working Relationships & Reporting Structure
- Reports to Quality Control manager.
- Interacts with employees within own department and other departments.
Additional Details
- City
- Durham
- State
- North Carolina
- Country
- US
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