Senior Scientist, Microbiology And Sterility Assurance

GSK

Upper Merion, Pennsylvania, US
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Aseptic processing
Environmental monitoring
Gowning qualifications
** GSK is seeking a Senior Scientist in Microbiology and Sterility Assurance to lead microbiological activities in a sterile R&D manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience in microbiology within the pharmaceutical sector, focusing on contamination control and product release, while contributing to patient safety. **

Job Summary

  • This position will initially be located at the GSK’s Upper Merion site in Upper Merion, Pennsylvania from 2025 to 2027/2028, and will permanently move to Marietta, Pennsylvania afterwards.
  • You will lead microbiology and sterility assurance activities for a sterile R&D manufacturing facility.
  • This role offers growth, a chance to make a measurable impact on patient safety, and alignment with GSK’s mission to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** GSK is seeking a Senior Scientist in Microbiology and Sterility Assurance to lead microbiological activities in a sterile R&D manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience in microbiology within the pharmaceutical sector, focusing on contamination control and product release, while contributing to patient safety. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Aseptic processing
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Gowning qualifications
  • Microbiological testing
  • Contamination control strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Practical laboratory skills
  • Clear communication
  • Measurable impact on patient safety

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, or related
  • Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience in pharmaceutical/biotech/sterile manufacturing microbiology
  • cGMP principles and experience working to regulatory quality standards

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