🧪 Assistant Scientist � Microbiology Environmental Monitoring (First Shift)

Alphanumeric • Part-time • Zebulon, North Carolina • 6d ago

Location: Zebulon, NC
Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift
Pay Rate: $25.50/hour (W2)
Employment Type: Contract - Must work on Alphanumeric W2 (No third-party candidates)

Alphanumeric is hiring an Assistant Scientist to support our Microbiology Quality Control team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career science professional looking to grow within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Position Overview

The Assistant Scientist performs routine, entry-level microbiological and analytical testing to ensure all products meet GMP and company quality standards. This role supports environmental monitoring, water testing, and analytical testing of raw materials and finished products while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with cGMP standards.

Key Responsibilities

Perform water collection and microbiological testing
Conduct environmental monitoring, including:
- Air sampling
- Equipment swabbing
- Non-viable particulate sampling
Enter and manage data in the site LIMS (LIFT) system
Perform routine analytical and microbiological testing of:
- Raw materials
- Packaging materials
- Finished products
- Environmental samples
Utilize laboratory instrumentation such as:
- HPLC
- Vitek
- GC
- UV
- Microscope
- Gram Stainer
- Robotics systems
Generate accurate, compliant data in accordance with cGMP standards
Interpret and validate test results
Notify supervisor of deviations or critical findings
Review and document laboratory data, SOPs, methods, and specifications
Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
Assist in training team members on laboratory methods and systems
Participate in cross-functional projects and quality initiatives
Understand data integration and calculation of results

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related Science discipline
1+ year of experience in a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated environment preferred
Understanding of cGMP documentation and compliance standards
Experience with laboratory instrumentation and LIMS systems preferred
Strong attention to detail and data integrity
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision