Microbiology Analyst – 12 Month Parental Leave Cover

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Why Join Us?

• At Baxter, our mission is to save and sustain lives. Every role directly supports this purpose. As a Microbiology Analyst, you will ensure top standards of sterility assurance and product safety throughout our operations. This 12‑month parental leave cover allows you to join an encouraging, cooperative team working Sunday through Thursday. Your expertise will affect the quality and reliability of life‑saving therapies. You will experience diverse microbiological testing and aseptic manufacturing processes, while helping Baxter maintain its dedication to excellence and innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Actively participate in Microbiology team meetings, contributing to discussions that build daily priorities, workload distribution, and problem‑solving approaches.
• Support aseptic manufacturing operations by following rosters set by Microbiology management, while remaining flexible to take on additional assignments when required.
• Perform microbiological testing adhering to the highest standards, guaranteeing accuracy, conformity, and consistency throughout all procedures.
• Complete, document, and communicate scheduled testing in line with established protocols and agreed timelines, maintaining transparency and accountability.
• Drive the timely completion of Change Controls, Validation protocols, and other critical microbiology activities that support manufacturing and quality assurance.
• Show proficiency in microbiological testing for Manufacturing and Pharmacy Services, maintaining strict adherence to procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Perform routine and investigational water testing across the facility, providing valuable insights into process control and compliance.
• Liaise closely with Manufacturing, Pharmacy Services, and QA teams to communicate results, resolve issues, and strengthen adherence to standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, consumables, media, and reagent stocks to ensure seamless operations and uninterrupted workflow.
• Ensure calibrations and validations of laboratory equipment are performed according to specifications, supporting accuracy and reliability in testing.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs for laboratory equipment, ensuring issues are addressed promptly to minimize disruption.
• Conduct real-time risk evaluations in manufacturing cleanrooms, supporting proactive sterility assurance and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Participate in laboratory cross‑training, sharing knowledge and providing support to fellow team members to build collective capability.
• Remain up to date with microbiology techniques relevant to Baxter’s operations, supporting the preparation of process specifications and operating procedures to guarantee suitability and adherence.
• Provide support in testing, troubleshooting, evaluation of results, and trending, helping to find opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
• Contribute to preparations for internal, external, and corporate regulatory audits, particularly in relation to microbiology and associated areas of activity.
• Suggest improvements to laboratory practices and procedures to align with GMP, regulatory requirements, and guideline standards.
• Adhere to Environmental, Health & Safety guidelines at all times, ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.
• Complete all required training in BAXU within scheduled timelines, with training plans adjusted as necessary based on analyst experience and laboratory needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Microbiology and Sterility Assurance Manager, supporting the overall success of the team.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field (essential).
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a microbiology laboratory within a GMP, pharmaceutical, or medical device environment.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, sterility assurance, and microbiological testing methods.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, ISO standards) and audit processes.
• Proficiency in laboratory equipment handling, calibration, and validation.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, capable of coordinating efficiently across QA, Manufacturing, and Pharmacy Services.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities in microbiological testing.

Additional Notes

• This role functions from Sunday to Thursday.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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