Senior Microbiologist

About the role

Synergy Bioscience is a bioscience CRDMO supporting pharmaceutical and biotech organizations across product development, manufacturing, testing, microbiology, analytical chemistry, and regulatory consulting. Our work helps clients advance quality-focused, compliant products through complex scientific and operational environments. We bring together technical expertise and rigorous laboratory standards to deliver reliable results across the development lifecycle. This is an opportunity to join a scientifically driven organization where microbiology plays a critical role in product quality, safety, and successful program execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead microbiological testing and analysis across research and development programs
• Design and validate microbiology methods to support product quality and compliance
• Interpret laboratory results and present findings to cross-functional scientific teams
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure adherence to GLP and GMP standards
• Mentor junior laboratory staff and contribute to study planning and execution

Requirements

• PhD in microbiology or another relevant scientific field
• 10+ years of professional experience in microbiology, including pharmaceutical QC microbiology
• Hands-on experience with method development, method validation, and method transfer
• Experience with environmental monitoring and sterility or bioburden testing
• Strong working knowledge of GLP and GMP within pharmaceutical microbiology environments
• Experience using LIMS, endotoxin testing platforms, and microbial identification systems
• Comfortable working with core laboratory equipment, including autoclaves and biosafety cabinets
• Proven ability to interpret and present microbiology findings to cross-functional scientific teams, partner with QA or manufacturing, and mentor junior lab staff

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development