We are looking for an experienced, hands‑on QC Microbiology Lead – someone who wants to own a program end‑to‑end – from hands‑on testing and troubleshooting to guiding the team around you. This is a primarily bench‑based role; you will be in the lab daily, running and troubleshooting assays alongside your team rather than managing from a distance. You will bring deep technical expertise and a strong in‑lab presence across microbial methods, EM programs, utilities monitoring, and contamination investigations, while also supporting broader QC functions such as stability, sample management, raw materials testing, and analytical assays including UPLC, ELISA, or spectrophotometry.ResponsibilitiesProviding daily in‑lab mentorship to the QC team, fostering strong technique, aseptic practices, and microbiological best practicesLeading all Microbiology operations, including bioburden, endotoxin, microbial ID, growth promotion, EM sampling, water testing, and trendingTroubleshooting microbiological assays, contamination events, and EM deviations, ensuring timely and compliant resolutionEnsuring microbiology labs and adjacent QC spaces remain inspection‑ready, including GMP housekeeping and equipment readinessCoordinating stability pulls, sample preparation, testing, and data tracking across QC programsOverseeing sample receipt, chain‑of‑custody, aliquoting, storage conditions, and distribution workflowsSupporting routine sampling, testing, and trending of Utilities (WFI, clean steam, compressed gases) with appropriate documentationReviewing micro data packages, protocols, reports, and testing documentation for accuracy and adherence to ALCOA++ principlesCollaborating with Analytical Development, Quality Assurance, Materials,



and Manufacturing teammates to ensure smooth operational flow and timely release/testingQualificationsYou bring deep, hands‑on microbiology experience in a regulated (GMP) QC environment, and are confident in leading microbial methods, EM programs, utilities monitoring, and contamination troubleshootingYou have experience mentoring or leading team members working within microbiology labs or cleanroom/controlled environmentsYou have 10+ years of hands‑on QC microbiology experience in a GMP setting, in addition to a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related life sciences fieldYou communicate clearly, collaborate well, and maintain calm, structured decision‑making under pressureYou demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, and a solutions‑focused mindset when supporting analysts or resolving micro‑related issuesYou are organized, detail‑oriented, and committed to inspection readiness and data integrityYou thrive in an environment requiring in‑lab leadership, cross‑functional coordination, and prioritization of operational needsYou have experience with stability programs, sample management workflows, and raw materials testing coordinationYou are familiar with analytical assays such as UPLC, ELISA, or spectrophotometry (desirable)BenefitsAbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $105,600 – $132,000 annually, commensurate with your education and job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, an annual bonus dependent on team and company performance, and a 6% (non‑match) RRSP contribution. You will have a CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, annual vacation, career development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find a strong sense of community and connections across AbCellera through our work, clubs, and socials.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Qc Microbiology Lead - C$105,600 - C$132,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 AbCellera
📍 Winnipeg