Chemist

Scientist I – Microbiology

Location: High Point, NC
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay: $21.00/hour
Job Type: 1-Year Contract | Potential Temp-to-Hire

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring for a leading pharmaceutical and life sciences organization known for its work in laboratory testing, scientific research, and quality-focused operations.

We’re seeking a Scientist I to join the Microbiology team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career scientist with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, or a related science who wants to gain hands-on experience in a regulated pharmaceutical laboratory environment.

The assignment is expected to run for approximately one year, with potential for a temp-to-hire opportunity based on business needs, performance, and other applicable factors.

What You’ll Do

You’ll support microbiological and environmental testing of pharmaceutical raw materials, finished products, and stability samples while working within established quality and compliance standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct microbiological and environmental testing using compendial and internally developed methods

• Test pharmaceutical raw materials, finished products, and stability samples

• Perform laboratory testing using validated methods and accurately document results

• Support analytical testing involving spectroscopy, quantitative analysis, traditional wet chemistry, and chromatography, as applicable

• Recognize and report out-of-specification (OOS), unexpected, or non-routine results

• Assist with identifying and addressing laboratory or product-related issues

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation as needed

• Clearly communicate testing activities, observations, and analytical results

• Record and report results according to established laboratory procedures and systems

• Collaborate and communicate with other departments

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory workspace

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and safety guidelines

• Maintain required training and compliance standards

What We’re Looking For

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline required

Experience

• No professional experience required

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

• Experience in a GMP microbiology or pharmaceutical testing laboratory is preferred

• Academic laboratory, research, internship, or hands-on microbiology experience is a plus

Key Skills

Microbiology | Environmental Monitoring | Pharmaceutical Testing | GMP | GLP | SOPs | Compendial Methods | Laboratory Testing | Analytical Testing | Laboratory Instrumentation | OOS Results | Documentation | Quality & Compliance

What Will Make You Successful

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to follow detailed laboratory procedures

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team

• Commitment to laboratory safety, quality, and compliance

• Willingness to learn and develop within a regulated laboratory environment

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role provides an opportunity to build practical laboratory experience within a regulated pharmaceutical environment while working alongside an experienced scientific team.

It may be particularly well suited for a Biology, Microbiology, or related science graduate looking to establish a career in pharmaceutical testing, microbiology, quality, or laboratory operations.

Pay: $21.00/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: High Point, NC
Duration: Approximately 1 year
Potential: Temp-to-hire opportunity based on business needs and performance

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences offers weekly pay, 401(k), skills training, benefits, and PTO/holiday eligibility, as applicable to the assignment.

Adecco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay Details: $20.00 to $21.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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