Microbiology Supervisor
We are seeking a dedicated Microbiology Services Assistant Manager to support microbiology operations, quality systems, client services, and staff development within a regulated cGMP/GLP environment. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, overseeing Microbiology Analysts and Technicians while ensuring laboratory performance, compliance, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage microbiology testing activities, including study scheduling, execution, data review, and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, GLP, USP, European Pharmacopoeia, AAMI, and internal quality standards.
- Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to support study development, execution, and issue resolution.
- Drive continuous improvement of SOPs, test methods, study protocols, and laboratory processes.
- Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate laboratory personnel.
- Coordinate staffing, equipment, training, and resources to support efficient laboratory operations.
- Support quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, audits, and equipment maintenance activities.
- Promote a client-focused culture and uphold high standards of service delivery.
Essential Skills
- Environmental monitoring
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Bioburden testing
- Quality control
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of microbiology laboratory experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, CRO, or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of microbiological testing, sterility assurance, USP, European Pharmacopoeia, AAMI, cGMP, and GLP requirements.
- Previous leadership, supervisory, project management, or team lead experience is preferred.
- Expertise in microbiological and sterility testing methodologies.
- Proficiency with aseptic technique, serial dilutions, Gram staining, media preparation, microbial culturing and identification, sterilization equipment operation, bioburden testing, radiation dose setting, and cleaning/disinfection validation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, data interpretation, and communication skills.
Work Environment
This position requires onsite work five days a week in Hercules, with a schedule of 7:30 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. The role includes one site travel day per month within the Bay Area. Join a team committed to improving public health through science within a supportive and dynamic work environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hercules, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $60.09/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Hercules, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.