Microbiologist I 1st Shift

About the role

Our Microbiologist I plays a vital role in ensuring the highest quality and safety standards of our pharmaceutical products. Once you complete training, you will perform individual hands-on work in the sterility testing and/or endotoxin testing programs. This role provides scientific guidance and interpretation of microbiology results to QC and production management. Your attention to detail and adherence to precise procedures will guarantee that our medications meet the highest standards of safety, efficacy, and quality, providing patients with the best possible care and outcomes.

This is a full-time, safety-sensitive position based at our Bloomsbury location, subject to random drug testing in accordance with applicable laws.

Responsibilities

• Performs, compiles, and interprets results of microbiology tests including sterility, endotoxin, growth promotion, and microorganism identification
• Performs sterility testing utilizing a rapid technology
• Successfully achieves and maintains gown qualification
• Performs EM testing and daily, weekly, and monthly cleanings in support of daily operations in the Sterility Microbiology Cleanroom Suite
• Executes endotoxin testing utilizing an end point fluorescence assay
• Growth promotes incoming media and media fill samples
• Documents the morphology of microorganisms and streaks isolates for identification
• Performs grams staining, as needed
• Plans, schedules, prioritizes, and manages time to meet project goals of regulatory compliance and facility requirements
• Makes decisions, sets priorities, and schedules work independently
• Interacts with management and co-workers in a calm, courteous, and professional manner
• Observes, trains, and corrects laboratory and production staff, collaborating with management to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Seeks to identify continuous improvement opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required – Biology discipline preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in QC Microbiology
• Experience performing aseptic manipulations within a biological safety cabinet or laminar flow hood
• Proficient with cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and electronic documentation systems
• Able and willing to walk, stoop, stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. throughout each shift, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; sponsorship for work visas is not available

Schedule

This is a 1st shift position with a set, consistent schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.

Pay

The base compensation for this role is estimated to be within the range of $49,164 – $67,600 per year. The compensation offered may vary depending on relevant factors such as experience, skills, training, education, certifications, geographic location, and market conditions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• 401k retirement program with company match
• 5 PLP and 12 PTO days off plus 8 paid holidays per year
• National, industry-leading high-growth company with future career advancement opportunities

About Quva

Quva provides industry-leading health-system pharmacy services and solutions, including 503B sterile injectable outsourcing services and AI-based data software solutions that help power the business of pharmacy. Quva Pharma’s multiple production facilities and industry-first dedicated remote distribution capabilities provide ready-to-administer sterile injectable medicines critical to patient care. Quva BrightStream partners with health systems to aggregate, normalize, and analyze large amounts of complex data across their sites of care, transforming data into actionable insights supporting revenue optimization, script capture, inventory management, drug shortage control, and more.