Analyst (Microbiology) 12 months FTC Full Time

Elstree, Hertfordshire
Kedrion Biopharma GmbH

Build your laboratory career at the heart of a GMP regulated biopharmaceutical environment.

We are recruiting a Microbiology Analyst 1 to support the microbiological quality function at Kedrion BioPharma UK in a 12 months FTC. This role plays a key part in ensuring high standards of microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and data integrity in line with GMP principles. Working within the Quality Microbiology team, you will contribute directly to laboratory testing, equipment readiness, documentation accuracy, and continuous improvement activities that support patient safety and product quality.

What you’ll do

• Perform a wide range of microbiological testing and environmental monitoring activities in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures, company policies, and GMP requirements
• Take microbiological samples and conduct routine testing to support microbiology and sterility assurance objectives
• Accurately read, collate, record, and archive test results using controlled documentation systems and computer-based tools
• Operate laboratory instrumentation and associated software systems used for data analysis, reporting, and result collation, including laboratory information management systems
• Prepare microbiological reagents, standards, and control samples in line with approved procedures
• Maintain laboratory equipment by ensuring it is clean, calibrated, and fit for use, supporting calibration and validation activities when required
• Contribute to effective stock control of laboratory consumables and materials
• Promptly report deviations, out-of-specification or out-of-limit results, and support investigations as required
• Assist with the review, revision, and creation of laboratory documentation and procedures
• Carry out general laboratory housekeeping duties to maintain a compliant and inspection ready environment
• Adhere to data integrity and record keeping requirements in line with company policies
• Support internal and external audits by participating in audit activities and providing requested information
• Follow laboratory health and safety instructions, including the correct use of personal protective equipment
• Contribute to the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory
• Assist with project based work as required, including sample testing, component preparation, and reporting of results
• Organise and manage assigned tasks effectively, escalating issues or delays to laboratory management where appropriate
• Attend meetings as required to support departmental communication and operational alignment

Qualifications and need to know

• Experience working in a laboratory environment, ideally within microbiology
• Understanding of GMP and GLP requirements within a pharmaceutical or regulated laboratory setting
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical laboratory operations and microbiological testing practices
• Experience using analytical laboratory equipment, including routine use of pipettes
• Experience working with laboratory documentation, including SOPs and test records
• Experience recording and reporting laboratory data accurately
• Degree in a relevant scientific discipline (desirable)