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Performs environmental monitoring, sterility testing, and microbial identification in GMP environments.

Role overview

Performs environmental monitoring, sterility testing, and microbial identification in GMP environments. The role of a Microbiologist sits within Research and is one of the most in-demand positions across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, and CDMO organizations worldwide.

Required skills

Sterility TestingBET/LALEMMicrobial ID

Education & experience

  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's in microbiology
  • Experience: 2–6 years
  • Career path: Associate → Senior → Manager → Director within Research.

Certifications

ASM

Salary intelligence

$70,000$110,000
Global base salary range (USD, annual)
Entry
$70,000
Mid
$90,000
Senior
$110,000
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