Interim Microbiology Manager

Hired by Matrix

Albuquerque, NM

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$95–$105 Per Hour
SKILLS
Asepsis, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Change Control, Communication Skills, Consulting, Corporate Compliance, Corrective Action, Data Quality, Documentation, Drug Manufacturing, Drug Products, English Language, Environmental Monitoring, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Laboratory, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Microbiology, Onboarding, Operations, Time Management
LOCATION
Albuquerque, NM
POSTED
3 days ago
At-a-Glance:
Are you ready to build your career by joining a certified technology solutions and compliance consulting services company. If so, our client is hiring an Interim Microbiology Manager.

Position Type:
  • Contract
  • Onsite
Required
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical microbiology, including at least 5 years in a leadership or laboratory management role.
  • Strong experience managing a GMP microbiology laboratory.
  • Previous experience in sterile or aseptic drug product manufacturing.
  • Hands-on knowledge of environmental monitoring, bioburden, endotoxin, and sterility testing.
  • Experience managing laboratory analysts, workloads, testing priorities, and operational timelines.
  • Strong knowledge of EU GMP Annex 1, contamination control, aseptic processing, and microbiological controls.
  • Experience with deviations, OOS investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and inspection readiness.
  • Ability to work independently at manager level and start with minimal onboarding.
  • Fluent English and strong communication and leadership skills.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage daily microbiology laboratory operations and laboratory personnel.
  • Oversee environmental monitoring activities.
  • Ensure timely execution and review of bioburden, endotoxin, and sterility testing.
  • Manage laboratory priorities, workload, staffing, and testing timelines.
  • Review and support deviations, OOS results, investigations, CAPAs, and change controls.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, Good Documentation Practices, data integrity requirements, and internal procedures.
  • Support inspection readiness and collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Validation, and Engineering teams.
  • Identify operational and compliance gaps and implement appropriate corrective actions.
  • Ensure analysts are properly trained and qualified to perform assigned activities.
Get in Touch:
We want to hear from you! If you think you’d be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Priyanshu at (201) 478-6913 to learn more.

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About the Company

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Hired by Matrix

We believe in putting people together for the right reasons. Getting you a great job that makes you feel fulfilled in your career. Finding the perfect candidate to help you achieve business success. Whether you are looking for the best candidate for your company or searching for your next career move, we are dedicated to making sure you thrive. We take your needs personally and have a variety of services to ensure you reach your goals. We listen to the needs of our clients and candidates and then thoughtfully match the right person with the right job. When people come together doing what they love success is guaranteed and partnerships last.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
http://www.hiredbymatrix.com