Microbiologist - Quality Control Job Description The microbiologist will work in the microbiology Quality Control (QC) laboratory, focusing on method feasibility, development, and validation of all compendial microbiology-related methods for new product transfers to the site. This position will report directly to either the analytical development manager or a quality control manager and collaborate closely with the microbiology QC team and project team. Additionally, the role involves interfacing with external customers as a technical subject matter expert. The active projects include the development and validation of compendial-based microbiological methods for various veterinary pharmaceutical drug products, including sterile injections, non-sterile liquid suspensions, and solid oral doses, as well as their associated APIs and raw materials. More projects are anticipated soon. The candidate will receive training from senior microbiologists on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and equipment operation, following templates for document authoring. Responsibilities + Perform method feasibility, development, and validation of microbiology-related methods. + Collaborate with the microbiology QC team and project team. + Interface with external customers as a technical subject matter expert. + Develop and validate microbiological methods for various veterinary pharmaceutical drug products. + Author, execute, and report on method development and validation protocols. + Conduct sterility testing, method validation, endotoxin testing, and microbial limits testing. + Perform subvisible particulate testing and media growth promotion. + Identify microbes and conduct cell culture and aseptic techniques. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field with 4+ years of relevant experience. + Experience in a cGMP FDA 21CFR210/211 pharmaceutical manufacturing quality control role. + Proficiency in method development and validation protocol authoring. + Experience in sterility USP testing and method validation. + Experience in endotoxin USP testing and method validation. + Experience in microbial limits testing USP and . + Subvisible particulate testing per USP . + Media growth promotion and microbial identification skills. Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in microbiology or biology. + Experience with ELISA, bioburden, and sterility techniques. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shawnee Mission, KS. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Shawnee Mission,KS. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.