Microbiologist 1

Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc.•San Diego, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the position is to provide technical expertise in the area of pharmaceutical microbiology. The position functions in a cooperative effort to provide quality control and assurance to the operational departments involved in the manufacture of pharmaceutical products.

Requirements

BS degree in Microbiology or other life science from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.
Ability to work a 10-hour shift (includes overtime eligibility)
Ability to work weekends
Proficient in the use of computer word processing, spreadsheet management, and data graphics programs.
Ability to qualify Class 100 gowning and maintain a qualified status.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with a high degree of self motivation.
Good oral, written, and interpersonal English communication skills.
Ability to read and accurately follow the instructions of standard operating procedures.
Ability to effectively utilize scientific information resources

Nice To Haves

No previous experience in pharmaceutical microbiology required

Responsibilities

Conduct routine environmental and systems monitoring of manufacturing and laboratory areas.
Conduct general laboratory experimentation in compliance with the instructions provided in approved SOP’s to determine appropriate action.
Follow policies and assists in the development of new procedures and/or documents.
Maintain records of experiments performed and results obtained including appropriate calculations.
Assist in the interpretation of data as require and conduct accurate and precise experimentation and complete documentation of results.
Assist in the preparation of data for presentations.
Maintain a level of technical knowledge and understanding in the assigned areas of responsibility consistent with the scientific requirements of the company.