Quality Control Microbiology Analyst

Job Description

To protect the health and safety of our employees, contractors, customers and communities, employees in the U.S. and Puerto Rico are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless an approved exemption has been granted for a medical reason, sincerely held religious belief, or an employee is otherwise exempt under applicable law.

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek ---- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.

The world's most revolutionary biopharma companies are partnering with Agilent Technologies to advance the next frontier of medicine. Agilent continues to invest in capacity and expansion of its Colorado operations. Join our team of professionals dedicated to the development and commercialization of nucleic acid therapeutics for life changing, lifesaving medicines.

Job Description:

Conducts routine, non-routine analysis and review to support release, stability testing, Environmental Monitoring, Cleaning Verification per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Analytical Methods in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and regulatory requirements. Has a clear understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), cGMP, and other regulatory requirements. Actively engages in continuous improvement of processes and procedures. Proven ability to exercise judgment and appropriately escalates issues to QC management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral

• Conducts analysis associated with clinical and commercial under current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations and guidance per Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Organization for Economic Co-Operations and Development (OECD) as well as International regulations

• Performs analysis on APIs (developmental and commercial), final product and other requested testing as per written procedures

• Review data for compliance to specifications and reports and troubleshoots abnormalities

• Ensures equipment is performing well and communicates and takes appropriate action as necessary

• Required to follow good documentation practices

• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

SHIFT: DAY SHIFT Monday - Friday 

Qualifications

Required:

• Secondary Education with two years of relevant QC experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of analytical equipment and instrumentation

Desired:

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.)

• Knowledge of FDA regulations

• Knowledge of cGMP guidelines

• Personal leadership skills in a team environment

• Knowledge of and skills in using computer software and hardware applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel

• Familiar with the following laboratory disciplines is highly desired:

Bacterial Endotoxin (LAL Analysis)

Bioburden (Membrane Filtration Analysis)

Total Organic Carbon (TOC Testing)

Compressed Gas Monitoring

Environmental Monitoring

UV Analysis

USP <61>

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least March 19, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $34.00 - $53.13/hr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: Quality/Regulatory