QC Associate Scientist

Company
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Location
Reading
Salary
£25,350 - £29,250 per annum

Full Job Description

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 roles

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Location
Reading
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£25,350 - £29,250 per annum
Industry
Life Sciences
Closing Date
18th June 2026
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