QC Associate Scientist

Hays Life Sciences
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
4 days ago
£13 – £15 ph

Salary

£13 – £15 ph

Job Type
Contract
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Entry
Education
Degree
Posted
7 May 2026 (4 days ago)

Benefits

Holiday pay Full training and support Exposure to GMP, OOS investigations, SAP systems, AST testing, and core QC microbiology techniques

Your new company

You'll be joining a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation within the life sciences sector, known for producing high‑quality microbiology and diagnostics products. The site operates within a highly regulated GMP environment and supports global manufacturing, quality, and product release activities.

Your new role

As a QC Associate Scientist within the Microbiology team, you'll be carrying out microbiological quality control testing to ensure products meet safety and compliance standards. This includes antibiotic susceptibility testing (AST), disc testing, media preparation, autoclave operation, data recording through SAP, supporting OOS investigations, completing equipment checks, maintaining GMP documentation, and participating in daily Tier meetings.

What you'll need to succeed

A degree (or equivalent) in Microbiology, Biomedical Science.

Practical microbiology laboratory experience

Ability to follow SOPs and work within GMP/GLP guidelines

Strong attention to detail and confidence in recording accurate QC data

A proactive, organised, and reliable approach to laboratory work

Willingness to work hands‑on within a fast‑paced production‑support environment

Experience or knowledge of AST would be highly advantageous, but though not essential.

Must have full Right to Work in the UK for the entire contract

No sponsorship can be provided for this role.What you'll get in return

The opportunity to gain industry experience within a global biopharmaceutical organisation

Full training and support from an experienced QC team

Competitive hourly rate with holiday pay included

Exposure to GMP, OOS investigations, SAP systems, AST testing, and core QC microbiology techniques

Experience that will significantly strengthen your long‑term career prospects in QC, microbiology, or broader life sciences rolesWhat you need to do now

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