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About Ego

Ego Pharmaceuticals is a proudly Australian-owned manufacturer of science-backed skincare. For over 70 years, we’ve combined heritage with innovation to transform lives through the science of healthy skin. From our family-founded roots to becoming a global force, we manufacture all our products - including iconic brands like QV Skincare - at our world-class pharmaceutical plant in Australia, for the people of the world.

At Ego, we don’t just create products; we deliver integrity, quality, and scientific excellence.

If you’re looking to contribute to a legacy of excellence, your journey starts here.

Microbiologist (6-Month Contract)

Ensuring Quality Standards and Laboratory Excellence

Are you a detail-oriented microbiologist passionate about quality and laboratory excellence?

Join Ego’s Microbiology Laboratory team on a 6-month contract, where supportive culture meets scientific innovation.

The Role & Your Impact

Reporting to the Quality Systems Manager, you will assist with the day-to-day testing and routine operational tasks that keep our Microbiology Laboratory running smoothly. From purified water and environmental monitoring to culture media preparation, your hands-on work directly ensures product quality, hygiene standards, and regulatory compliance across manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purified Water Testing: Sample and test system and manufacturing purified water outlets, review maintenance sanitisation records, and log results in the Purified Water Database.
• Environmental Monitoring: Conduct scheduled air and surface sampling across production areas, maintain air sampling equipment, and update the Environmental Monitoring Database.
• Media Preparation & QC: Prepare, label, and store microbiological media according to standard procedures, perform pH and volume checks, and maintain the Media Preparation Register.
• Laboratory Housekeeping: Maintain clean, organised laboratory spaces, ensure proper storage and care of glassware/utensils, and promptly manage spills.

• Quality & Safety Compliance: Follow strict safety procedures, report hazards, and adhere to internal SOPs and quality frameworks.

  
  

What You Will Bring

We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented team member with a commitment to quality standards and self-leadership.

Essential Requirements:

• Laboratory Fundamentals: Background or hands-on experience in microbiological or general laboratory practices, including aseptic handling and sample testing.
• Documentation Rigor: High attention to detail with accurate data recording in logbooks, forms, and digital databases.
• Safety & Standards Mindset: Strict adherence to safety protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines, and tidy housekeeping.

• Collaborative Spirit: Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset to liaise seamlessly with peer microbiologists and production staff.

  
  

Desirable Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor Degree in Science with Microbiology is essential. This role is better suited to a graduate; industrial experience is not necessary.

  
  

Why Join Us?

• Training & Growth: We support your professional development and help broaden your laboratory skills in a supportive learning environment.
• Our Values: We live by the Ego Spirit, Quality, People, Ethics, Innovation, and Service.

• Environment: Work in a professional and pleasant atmosphere where safety, teamwork, and high standards are top priorities.

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Ready to apply?

If this sounds like just the right opportunity for you, click on apply now and join us on our journey for healthy skin!