Catalent
Pharmaceutical
MicrobiologistI
“Microbiologist I at Catalent. Skills: Microbiological testing, Data integrity, Good documentation practices. Perform routine microbiological testing in support of pharmaceutical products following all applicable safety, quality, and regulation requirements. Maintain data integrity and employ good documentation practices when performing experiments”
Industry & Context.
Compare laboratory data against specifications and trend data where applicable to determine if results meet requirements
Ability to lift 10-50lbs, unassisted, Majority of the workday is performed while standing, walking, lifting, pulling, and pushing, Bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching, Some exposure to hazardous chemicals and other active chemical ingredients, Vision requirements include ability to differentiate color (Pass the Ishihara Color Vision Screening) and obtain 20/30 acuity in both far and near vision with or without corrective lenses, May require the use of a respirator for your safety. If so, employment will be contingent upon successfully completing a medical evaluation through an external vendor designated by Catalent
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Associate degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry or equivalent science degree with one year of professional experience in pharmaceutical analytical OR Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field (e. g. Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences), Ability to lift 10-50lbs, unassisted, Majority of the workday is performed while standing, walking, lifting, pulling, and pushing, Bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching, Some exposure to hazardous chemicals and other active chemical ingredients, Vision requirements include ability to differentiate color (Pass the Ishihara Color Vision Screening) and obtain 20/30 acuity in both far and near vision with or without corrective lenses, May require the use of a respirator for your safety. If so, employment will be contingent upon successfully completing a medical evaluation through an external vendor designated by Catalent
Nice to Have
Foundational microbiology coursework
What You'll Do.
Perform routine microbiological testing in support of pharmaceutical products following all applicable safety
and regulation requirements
Maintain data integrity and employ good documentation practices when performing experiments
Compare laboratory data against specifications and trend data where applicable to determine if results meet requirements
and return of calibration standards including
Ensure accuracy of testing by following method/standard instructions and adhering to internal SOPs to eliminate the potential for repeat testing
Perform primarily routine testing for microbial examination in support of pharmaceutical excipients
API and/or drug product
Enter data into established reports/templates or software-based systems
Conduct peer review of basic laboratory experiments and ensure accuracy of the testing procedure
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