About this role
Microbiology Analyst
Position Summary:
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM; potential to transition to 12-hour shifts in the future
This position is 100% on-site at the Adair site.
The newly launched manufacturing facility on Adair Blvd marks a pivotal expansion of Catalent’s Zydis® technology, a globally renowned, fast-dissolve oral dosage form that has transformed the lives of millions of patients worldwide. This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team at the forefront of pharmaceutical manufacturing. At Adair, you’ll play a vital role in the startup of a site built for innovation and excellence, from installation and qualification to regulatory approval and commercial manufacturing.
Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, the Microbiology Analyst is responsible for coordinating and performing laboratory activities/projects including analysis of raw materials, finished products, and stability samples using microbial methods. The Microbiology Analyst is part of a scientific team that assists in the advancement, research and development of pharmaceutical products produced by the organization.
The Role
Sample and test raw materials, finished products and stability samples using microbial methods described in compendia references or in-house methods, as required.
Responsible for Environmental Monitoring (EM) sampling and testing.
Responsible for speciation, growth promotion, and stock culture maintenance.
Perform routine monitoring/calibration of designated lab equipment, as required.
Maintain adequate levels of laboratory supplies.
Always comply with SOPs and GMPs.
Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) regulations, demonstrating leadership in safety practices and resolving safety-related issues.
Perform other duties as required.
The Candidate
Bachelor’s degree in science, Microbiology or related field is required.
2+ years of experience as a lab analyst concentrating in microbiology preferred.
Experience working in a pharmaceutical and/or GMP facility.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve quality issues, optimize quality systems and processes, and drive continuous improvement. The candidate should be able to make informed decisions in a timely manner, considering both operational and regulatory requirements.
Strong technical/scientific background.
Knowledge of laboratory/ aseptic techniques, terminology, equipment, and materials.
Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Demonstrate applicable ethics and due diligence.
Good communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
This position does not qualify for sponsorship.
This role requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as part of regular duties.
This role requires talking, hearing, using hands and fingers for keyboarding and handling materials, and having adequate close vision.
Pay
The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary within this range $48,000 – $61,000, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a global employer, and this salary range does not reflect positions that work in other countries.
Why You Should Join Catalent
Comprehensive Benefit Package (Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance)
Group Retirement Savings –Registered Pension Plan (RPP) with employer contributions
Paid Time Off Programs
Opportunities for professional and personal development & growth including tuition reimbursement
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
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About Catalent
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually. For more information, visit www.catalent.com.
Catalyst + Talent. Our name combines these ideas. From drug and biologic development services to delivery technologies to supply solutions, we are the catalyst for your success. We have the deepest expertise, the broadest offerings, and the most innovative technologies to help you get more molecules to market faster, enhance product performance, and provide superior, reliable manufacturing and packaging results.
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Your talents, ideas, and passion are essential to our mission: to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better, healthier lives. Join us!
Catalent hires people with a passion to make a difference to the health of millions of people globally. Your expertise, coupled with Catalent’s advanced technologies and collaboration with thousands of innovative pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare companies, will help bring life-enhancing products to life.
Grow with us. Be challenged. Make a personal impact.
What you'll do
- The Microbiology Analyst is responsible for coordinating and performing laboratory activities including the analysis of raw materials, finished products, and stability samples using microbial methods. They also ensure compliance with SOPs and GMPs while maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment.
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