Microbiologist III

About the role

PSC Biotech New Technologies is focused on identifying, introducing, and scaling innovative technologies that address critical challenges across pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturing. Our team identifies and commercializes emerging technologies that can transform how life sciences facilities operate, from robotics and automation to AI-enabled and next-generation manufacturing solutions. By combining innovation with PSC’s compliance, software services and life sciences operations, we help accelerate adoption while maintaining the rigor required in regulated environments. Our mission is to turn promising technology into scalable solutions that create measurable value for our clients.

With operations spanning the globe and featuring a multi-cultural team, PSC Biotech is passionate about bringing the best and brightest together to form something truly special. We believe in coaching and developing the next generation of industry leaders and influencers, offering not only a compensation and benefits structure that rewards you, but also the tools to help you grow and learn.

The Microbiologist III leads and executes microbiological studies and contract testing projects that support clients evaluating and adopting innovative cleanroom, disinfection, and microbiology laboratory technologies. The role is responsible for study design, laboratory execution, data analysis, technical reporting, and project delivery, with particular emphasis on Disinfectant Efficacy Testing (DET) and experimental design development. This position ensures scientific rigor, data integrity, customer service, and compliance with cGMP, regulatory, safety, and company quality requirements while providing technical leadership to laboratory personnel and communicating results to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, plan, and execute scientifically sound microbiology laboratory studies in accordance with approved protocols, signed agreements, specifications, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform microbiological sampling, testing, and laboratory analyses, including Disinfectant Efficacy Testing for innovative disinfection technologies.
• Lead specialized studies, method development work, and contract research projects from setup through completion.
• Apply scientific knowledge to establish experimental priorities, test hypotheses, troubleshoot inconsistent or atypical results, interpret data, draw conclusions, and translate findings into practical solutions aligned with client and business needs.
• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation while following laboratory safety procedures and required PPE practices.
• Review, analyze, transfer, and accurately document study data while maintaining data integrity and experimental quality.
• Author, review, and execute protocols, reports, study documentation, and other technical deliverables.
• Report deviations and atypical results and participate in investigations to determine root causes and appropriate next steps.
• Monitor schedules, daily laboratory activities, deliverables, and resources to ensure timely project completion.
• Present project results, recommendations, and status updates to laboratory management, cross-functional teams, clients, and other internal and external audiences.
• Train, mentor, and provide technical direction and feedback to technicians, laboratory assistants, and other less experienced team members.
• Recommend improvements to analytical procedures and laboratory processes to enhance quality, scientific rigor, efficiency, and customer service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• 5-7 years of microbiology laboratory experience in a regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, contract research, or related industry environment.
• Experience in research and development, quality control, or a related regulated laboratory setting, with demonstrated ability to execute studies and accurately analyze and interpret data.
• Experience with microbiological test methods, aseptic technique, method development, experimental design, study execution, data analysis, and reporting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP requirements, data integrity principles, laboratory documentation practices, and applicable regulatory expectations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, sound scientific judgment, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot deviations, inconsistent results, and unexpected findings and to determine an appropriate course of action.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, project management, interpersonal, leadership, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and train others and, as needed, directly lead technicians, laboratory assistants, or other laboratory personnel.
• Broad knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. No C2C at this time.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision — PSC pays 100% of all qualifying employee medical premiums and 50% for qualifying dependents
• Insurance options for Employee Assistance Programs, Basic Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability and more
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• PTO, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
• Education Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Fitness Perks and Discounted Rates
• Financial Perks and Discounts