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Posted 22 July, 2026

Quality Control, Microbiology Associate

Randstad
Marlborough, MA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Team: [Contingent] Associate I, Quality Control (Microbiology)

Are you ready to bring your passion for science to a fast-paced, high-growth environment where your work directly impacts patients worldwide?

We are hiring a Contingent QC Microbiology Associate I to join our team at our client's manufacturing facility in Marlborough!

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, love hands-on lab work, and are Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative, this role is for you.

What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)
  • Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline OR 5+ years of QC experience in a cGMP organization with a solid focus in Microbiology.

  • Location: 100% Site-based at state-of-the-art manufacturing facility (not eligible for remote work).

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You’ll be at the forefront of modern medicine, working with a team dedicated to pushing scientific boundaries and delivering innovative mRNA therapies.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today or share this post with someone in your network who would be a great fit!

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salary: $37 - $37.14 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

In this full-time, site-based role, you will play a critical part in maintaining our cGMP standards and supporting our mRNA manufacturing processes:

  • Environmental & Utility Monitoring: Perform routine EM and sample critical utilities (water systems and process gases).

  • Analytical Testing: Analyze water samples (TOC, Conductivity, Bioburden, Endotoxin) and test process gases (Particulates, Viable Air, Hydrocarbons, Dewpoint).

  • Core QC Testing: Support mRNA production by executing bioburden, sterility, endotoxin, culture purity, and cell stock identity testing.

  • Lab Support & Quality Systems: Support equipment maintenance, write/revise SOPs, execute data entry using GDP, and assist with deviation/excursion notifications.

  • Qualifications & Transfers: Participate in equipment/method qualifications, validations, and method transfers as needed.


Skills
  • Quality Assurance
  • Quality Control
  • microbiology (1 year of experience is required)

  • Qualifications
  • Years of experience: 5 years
  • Experience level: Experienced

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    At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

    Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

    This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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