QC Microbiology Technician - Onsite

Frederick, MD Onsite Starts 8/24/2026 Ends 7/12/2027

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a QC Microbiology Technician - Onsite for a contract position with a Global Biopharmaceutical Company located in Frederick, MD. This is an 11+ month contract opportunity.

This position supports a new commercial cell therapy production center, working with the Quality Control team on an exciting cancer immunotherapy initiative. The role is responsible for Quality Control microbiological testing for clinical and commercial manufactured products, including product testing, utility testing, and environmental monitoring. This role requires working onsite 4 days per week in 10-hour shifts.

• Maintain laboratory areas in a clean, organized, and sanitized condition in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements
• Perform environmental monitoring and/or utility monitoring activities, including sampling of classified manufacturing areas, utilities, and support systems, as a primary job function
• Receive, inspect, quarantine, and appropriately store purchased microbiological media and supplies pending laboratory approval and release
• Monitor biohazardous waste accumulation and coordinate the safe removal and disposal of waste with qualified Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) personnel
• Support validation, qualification, development, and commercial manufacturing activities through execution of assigned microbiological and laboratory support tasks
• Maintain compliance with applicable GMP, safety, environmental, and company requirements while documenting activities accurately and contemporaneously
• Collaborate effectively with Quality Control, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and other site functions to support operational objectives
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management
• Ensure assigned responsibilities may be appropriately delegated to qualified and trained deputies when operational needs require

• AA Degree and 1+ years experience in Microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring OR
• HS Degree and 2+ years experience in Microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring

• Experience in the application of microbiological techniques such as environmental air monitoring, water testing, surface monitoring
• Experience in aseptic techniques and clean room operations
• Ability to gown for entry into Aseptic core and supporting areas, and lift approximately 25 lbs
• Ability to pass vision exam for visual inspection
• Knowledge of GMP, SOPs and quality control processes for commercial manufacturing
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
• Ability to be flexible with schedule, and work overtime as needed

Pay range: up to $23.23 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)

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