• Microbiologist

    Actalent (Plantation, FL)


    Actalent is Hiring a Microbiologist // Biopharmaceutical Company!Job Description

     

    This role provides microbiological support for manufacturing and support activities, including environmental monitoring, media fills, microbiological and chemical sampling, and other essential tasks. The position involves performing various microbiological and related testing such as bio burden, BET, MLT, microbial identification, sterility, TOC, pH, conductivity, utility monitoring, and growth promotion. Additionally, it includes conducting quarterly and annual data analysis, archiving, and trending of environmental monitoring and utilities data, as well as mentoring microbiology staff.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform microbiology tests and reports.

    + Maintain, review, and approve equipment log books.

    + Ensure the microbiology area is tidy, organized, and sanitary.

    + Ensure sufficient quantities and shelf-life of microbiological supplies.

    + Create, execute, and compile verification protocols and reports.

    + Lead laboratory investigations for OOS microbiological testing results and non-conformances.

    + Prepare deviations, investigations, OOS, change control, work orders, and test reports.

    + Create or revise departmental SOPs.

    + Maintain quarterly reports for the microbiology lab tracking alerts, actions, or OOS.

    + Optimize procedures and methods for microbiological monitoring.

    + Maintain microbiological results and reports, track trends and metrics.

    + Monitor compendia and standards to ensure current procedures and processes.

    + Assist in vendor audits at the request of the Quality Assurance Department.

    + Stay current with FDA, EMA, and CGMP standards and industry trends.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in microbiological techniques (bio burden, sterility, endotoxin, TOC, water testing, environmental monitoring, growth promotion, visual inspections).

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Subject matter expertise in aseptic technique and processing.

    + Ability to work independently with excellent judgment and integrity.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + B.S. in a scientific discipline.

    + 3 to 5 years of experience in an FDA/EMA regulated environment.

    + Strong investigation skills.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment adheres to cGMP standards and involves working in cleanroom conditions.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $38.46/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Plantation,FL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.