About this role
We are seeking a QC Microbiology Supervisor to lead biological and microbiological quality control testing at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Fort Worth, Texas. Key Responsibilities Conduct and oversee routine and non-routine microbiological analyses of raw materials, in-process, environmental, finished goods and stability samples. Develop, qualify, validate and transfer microbiological and biological methods (microbial limits, endotoxin, cell-based assays).
Train analysts in microbiological procedures and biological assays. Participate in OOS and contamination investigations and recommend corrective actions. Write and revise SOPs, protocols, deviation reports and microbial trend analyses.
Review contract laboratory data and coordinate testing with contract labs and vendors. Maintain lab cleanliness and biosafety standards; troubleshoot incubators, autoclaves and biosafety cabinets. Support internal assessments, audits and regulatory submissions.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology or related science Experience in a GMP QC Microbiology laboratory (environmental monitoring, microbial limits, endotoxin) Experience with method validation/transfer and OOS/deviation investigations Technical writing: SOPs, protocols and reports Preferred Qualifications Supervisory or lead experience, including training analysts Experience with PCR, ELISA or flow cytometry Experience managing contract laboratories Statistical trending of microbiological data
Contract position: approximately 12 months, starting November 2026, with possible extension Shift: 1st shift, 40 hours/week On-site in Fort Worth, Texas