Microbiologist

Do you have expertise in Microbiology and a passion for making real impact? Apply your skills at AstraZeneca, a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines. This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in four therapy areas – Oncology; Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM); Respiratory & Immunology (R&I); and Rare Disease

At AstraZeneca Australia, we have been working to deliver the best value to patients for more than 60 years, and we push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.

Help to foster an environment of trust in our complex and everchanging manufacturing sites. It means making our sites more than a place to work, but a home for our ‘family’ where you feel supported and can have fun whilst working on interesting challenges. This full-time maximum term (24 months) contract position is located in Macquarie Park, Sydney and the base salary range is AUD 71,000 – AUD 88,000 per annum.

What you’ll do

As a Microbiologist based at our Sydney manufacturing site, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products. You'll be responsible for carrying out microbiological quality control testing on raw materials, water, bulk, and finished products, as well as monitoring the microbiological environment and personnel. Your work will ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements, ultimately contributing to the health and well-being of patients worldwide.

Technical responsibilities:

• Prepare media, perform growth promotion testing and ensure that media is available for testing.

• Conduct Quality Control microbiological tests using current validated methods.

• Conduct viable and non viable environmental monitoring.

• Perform microbiological identification.

• Ensure Laboratory equipment is maintained, calibrated and validated.

• Effectively manage laboratory consumables.

• Ensure Gowning validation, revalidation and access to Micro Sterile, Nova Sterile and Grade C areas of factory are maintained if required,

• Record and report all analysis in a manner consistent with GLP/GMP.

• Author/Review documents (i.e. SOPs, WI etc) with appropriate clarity and completeness.

Operations:

• Ensure Change Controls are appropriately generated and authorised within agreed timelines.

• Ensure training records are complete, correct and up to date.

• Ensure Deviations and OOS’s are reported and investigated in a timely manner.

• Facilitate effective CAPA implementation.

• Provide advice on Microbiological quality related matters to cross functional departments.

• Schedule adherence for Microbiological sampling, sample receipt and testing, test result review, Deviation initiation and completion, Change Control initiation and closure, OOS investigation and reporting, Special Projects, ECMS and training requirements.

Essential for the role

• Tertiary qualification in Science, majoring in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline

• Scientific background relevant to microbiology and pharmaceutical laboratory work

• Knowledge and experience with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)

• Knowledge and understanding of microbiological testing and analysis

• Proficient in written and spoken English, with technical report writing capability.

• Computer literate, with experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Desirable for the role

• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of compliance management and Good Manufacturing Practice/Good Laboratory Practice

• Knowledge and understanding of Safety, Health and Environment

• Competent in problem-solving and microbiological risk analysis

• Highly proficient in time management and administrative tasks

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by a passion for science and innovation. Our commitment to quality is unwavering as we strive to improve patient outcomes through cutting-edge research and development.

So, what’s next!

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours. Apply now to join our team at AstraZeneca!

Where can I find out more?

Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/ Visit our website: www.astrazeneca.com.au

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Gold Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page - www.astrazeneca.com.au/careers.html  to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment.

We recognise that any recruitment process may present challenges, if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know via this Form.

Date Posted

05-Mar-2026

Closing Date

03-Apr-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.