About the Company Operating as a major global Multinational pharmaceutical manufacturer with global sites worldwide, our client is well known for its growth and innovation within the pharmaceutical industry. Due to increase in project requirements within the Quality Control team, our client is now seeking a QC Microbiology Analyst to perform bioburden testing and environmental monitoring within a QC laboratory. About the Opportunity Key responsibilities include the following: Perform routine bioburden testing using pour plate, spread plate & membrane filtration techniques. Perform Biological Indicator Testing. Perform Environmental Monitoring including viable & non-viable monitoring. Participate in investigation of out of specification results (OOS). Ensure equipment & facilities are prepared in accordance with approved procedures. Perform data entry using LIMS. General laboratory housekeeping & maintaining stock in the laboratory. About You The successful candidate will have the following skills & experience: A tertiary qualification in Microbiology or Science. Experience working with Microbiology Test Methods. Method validation or method development highly desirable. Experience within the pharmaceutical industry. Familiar with USP/BP/EP compendial requirements. Good knowledge of the TGA (PICs) & FDA requirements. Ability to work with a small team. Sound communication & interpersonal skills. Culture & Benefits This is an Excellent Contract Opportunity for a talented and self motivated QC Microbiology Analyst to join a leading global pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation for bioburden & environmental monitoring testing. This is a Contract Role - Start ASAP How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on Apply Now & please submit your CV in MS Word. To find out more information or for further discussion, please contact Maria Julienne on 0491 694 371 or Sue Campbell on 0417 994 917 NB - Only shortlisted candidates will contacted.