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Microbiology Supervisor (Wednesday-Sunday, Second Shift)

KBI Biopharma


Job Location:

Durham, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

*Please Note: This position is for Wednesday - Sunday 12pm - 8pm*

Position Summary:

Responsible for overseeing for the testing and support for the Microbiology Laboratory in support of a Contract Manufacturing biotechnology facility and Process Development. Responsibilities includes laboratory support program testing reporting of results development and execution of protocols and reports. This person is responsible for the aspects of the following programs as directed by management:

Environmental Monitoring (Air Viable Total Air Particulate Surface Viable)

Clean Utility Monitoring (Water Sampling Bioburden Conductivity TOC Coliform and Nitrates) Compressed Gas Monitoring (Collection Air Viable Total Air Particulate Dragger Tests and specific ID tests)

Product Testing (Bioburden Endotoxin Host Purity or Non-Host)

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Laboratory Support

It is the expectation that this position is required to be onsite full time. Addition this position should be in the laboratory/facility for a minimum of 40% time daily.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Plan and execute routine Microbial Laboratory work. Utilizes technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to program goals. May perform testing when required.

  • Employee management and development.

  • Makes detailed observations and carries out intermediate data analysis.

  • Qualified trainer for the Quality Microbiology team and performs training for staff on programs as needed.

  • Strong documentation and technical writing skills.

  • Strong understands monitoring programs and methods and conducts troubleshooting analysis.

  • Knowledge of current regulations and scientific literature.

  • Ensures method verifications and qualifications protocols and investigations are performed appropriately. May execute testing when required.

  • Maintains current state of training prior to execution of tasks.

  • Strong working knowledge of sampling equipment and testing instruments.

  • Ensures proper labeling handling and storage of all chemical and biohazards used in the laboratory. Ensures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures and attends all required safety and health training including handling hazardous waste.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum requirement is a Bachelor of Science degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of 4 5 years of technical management experience; or a masters degree with 3 years or a Doctorate degree in Microbiology study and 1 year related experience and/or equivalent training preferred. This person will have 0 years experience in managerial experience.

Must have knowledge of GMPs and biotechnology-derived product regulations and be able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

Also requires a demonstrated track record in the following areas:

Strong orientation for Quality and Customer Service

Demonstrated level of respect for individuals

Demonstrated contribution to science in appropriate area

High level of integrity and personal responsibility

Strong Collaboration and Team building skills

KBI Biopharma Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore all qualified applicants regardless of race color national origin religion gender gender identity sexual orientation age disability or veteran status are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma Inc. to hire me. If I am hired I understand that either KBI Biopharma Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue or if I have concealed material information I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.


Required Experience:

Manager


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KBI Biopharma Inc. is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO / CMO) offering Cell Line Development, Process Analytical & Formulation Development, Clinical & Commercial Manufacturing, and more.

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