Sr. Microbiologist, Quality Control
Company: Avid Bioservices
Location: Tustin
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Looking to join a passionate team dedicated to
developing and manufacturing life-saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid
Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO
focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our
clients and improve patient outcomes. Your Role: As a Sr.
Microbiologist, Quality Control , you will lead the way in ensuring
compliance with environmental regulations and Good Manufacturing
Practices (GMP) by performing microbiological testing in a
biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization. You will utilize
state-of-the-art technology to monitor air, water, and surfaces for
potential contaminants, inoculate microbial cultures for growth
promotion testing, and perform bioburden testing. You will also
review and trend data, generate charts, and maintain inventory of
supplies. Your work will contribute to the production of
life-saving biopharmaceuticals, making a positive impact on public
health and the environment. Perform bioburden testing of water and
in-process samples per USP, EP requirements, and gram staining of
recovered microorganisms. Read EM plates and document results on
relevant forms. Perform growth promotion testing. Perform Trending
in LIMS (MODA or Labware). Maintain inventory of department
supplies and place purchase orders. Inoculate microbial cultures
for growth promotion testing. Prepare cultures to send out for
identification when needed. Support investigations for EM
out-of-limit results, including notification and re-testing of
alert and action OOLs. Perform data review of environmental
monitoring and assist in the preparation of environmental
monitoring data trending reports. Monitor temperatures of
Manufacturing and Microbiological QC refrigerators, freezers,
cryo-freezers, and cold-room area. Other tasks as assigned. Minimum
Qualifications: B.S. in Microbiology or related field with a
minimum of 4–5 years of experience in a GMP facility working in a
Microbiology lab; or master’s degree in microbiology or related
field with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience. Experience in
performing the following tasks on a routine basis: Bioburden
testing of water systems, raw materials, in-process
materials/components, and finished product. Gram staining and
experience with colony morphology. Aseptic microbiological
techniques used in the microbiology lab to prevent contamination
and cross-contamination. Trend Report and/or Protocol writing.
Support Investigations to determine root cause and corrective
action. Growth promotion testing. Knowledge of aseptic techniques
and behavior. Must have knowledge of cGMP and should have necessary
skills working in controlled environments. Experience with LIMS
(preferable Labware and or MODA) Working knowledge of USP, EP, and
Annex 1. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This role is a
full-time position with a Sunday through Wednesday schedule,
working 10 hours each day (4 days x 10 hours), with operating hours
typically from 7:00am to 6:00pm. Compensation: We offer competitive
compensation packages for this role, including a base salary,
performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as
health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid
time off. The compensation range for this role is $65,800 to
$75,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications.
Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and
development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.
Who you are: You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an
unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that
comes your way. Your written and verbal skills are out of this
world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence. You have
exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to
detail that ensure the smooth running of everything. You are a
master at building relationships, capable of establishing
connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or
suppliers. Physical Demands & Work Environment: In this dynamic
role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing,
and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as
lifting objects up to 25 pounds. The work environment might expose
you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud
noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are
available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform
effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your
visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be
essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of
this position.
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