QC Associate – Microbiology Role at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies USA
FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is hiring an Associate 2, QC Microbiology professional for its Triangle, North Carolina facility. This second-shift microbiology job offers hands-on experience in clean utilities testing, environmental monitoring, and cGMP laboratory operations within a leading biopharmaceutical company.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Associate 2, QC Microbiology
- Job Type: Full-time
- Shift: Wednesday to Saturday, 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM (2nd shift)
- Location: Triangle, North Carolina
- Department: Quality Control – Microbiology
- Industry: Biopharmaceuticals / Biotechnology
About the Company:
Fujifilm Biotechnologies is a global leader in advancing innovative biopharmaceutical solutions. With cGMP-compliant manufacturing facilities and a strong focus on collaboration and quality, the company supports life-impacting medicines for patients worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujifilm operates across healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging, guided by its purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Explore more microbiology job offers.
Educational Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED with 6 years of microbiology experience, or
- Associate’s degree in Life Science, Pharmaceutical, or related field with 2–4 years of experience, or
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Science or Biology with 1–2 years of microbiology experience
- Experience with LIMS or TrackWise systems
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine microbiological testing such as bioburden, endotoxin, and growth promotion
- Conduct environmental monitoring of controlled manufacturing environments
- Collect and test clean utilities including water, steam, and compressed gases
- Review and enter test results into LIMS
- Maintain CGMP compliance, data integrity, and inspection readiness
- Support deviations, non-conformances, and quality events
- Assist with laboratory equipment qualification and validation
- Participate in continuous improvement and project activities
Skills Required for QC Associate Role:
- Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques
- Understanding of USP and European Pharmacopeia standards
- Experience in CGMP laboratory environments
- Familiarity with LIMS and quality systems
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Structured and detail-oriented work approach
Benefits of the QC Associate Role:
- Opportunity to work with a global biopharma leader
- Hands-on experience in a regulated QC microbiology lab
- Exposure to advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing
- Career growth within Fujifilm Biotechnologies
- Work in a thriving biotech hub in North Carolina
