Xttrium Laboratories IncVerified Source

Microbiologist, Pharmaceutical QC & Environmental Monitoring

Onsite · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Own microbiological testing and contamination control for FDA-registered healthcare solutions at Xttrium Laboratories, a trusted hospital disinfectant supplier since 1932. You will conduct environmental monitoring, water testing, and antimicrobial effectiveness testing (AET), and investigate atypical results to protect patient safety. Join a Quality Control Microbiology team that supports manufacturing and regulatory compliance. This role offers the chance to apply 5+ years of microbiology expertise to real-world quality challenges.

What You'll Do8

  • 1Perform environmental monitoring, water sampling, and cleaning verification sampling across manufacturing areas.
  • 2Conduct microbial enumeration, organism identification, AET, and method suitability testing per GMP standards.
  • 3Evaluate microbiological data and trends to flag contamination risks and recommend corrective actions.
  • 4Lead root cause investigations for atypical results and drive CAPA implementation.
  • 5Support contamination control programs and cleaning validation initiatives.
  • 6Maintain accurate GMP documentation and prepare technical reports for audits and inspections.
  • 7Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Engineering to resolve microbiology issues.
  • 8Train and guide junior laboratory personnel on procedures and GMP compliance.

Requirements8

  • 15+ years microbiology experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated environments.
  • 2Hands-on experience with environmental monitoring, water testing, and AET.
  • 3Proficiency in microbial identification and root cause analysis.
  • 4Strong knowledge of cGMP, FDA guidance, and ISO standards.
  • 5Ability to interpret microbiological data and assess contamination risks.
  • 6Excellent technical writing and documentation skills.
  • 7Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related Life Science field.
  • 8Physical capability to work in controlled environments and lift up to 25 pounds.

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

Microbiological testingEnvironmental monitoringWater testingMicrobial enumerationOrganism identificationAntimicrobial effectiveness testingMethod suitability testingGMP documentationTechnical writingRoot cause analysisCross‑functional collaboration
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