Microbiologist

Scorpion Therapeutics; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics in New Jersey is seeking a Microbiologist in quality control for a biopharma focused on ophthalmic products. You will perform microbiological testing, validate methods, and support daily laboratory operations.

The ideal candidate holds a BS/BA in Microbiology or Biology, has 5–7 years of microbiology experience in cGMP/FDA-regulated settings, and demonstrates hands-on USP 71 knowledge, strong communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Microbiology or Biology required.
• 5–7 years in microbiology within cGMP/FDA settings.
• Hands-on knowledge of USP 71 and microbiology techniques.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform USP 71 sterility testing.
• Validate methods.
• Backup environmental monitoring.
• Investigate non-conformances.
• Maintain lab safety and documentation.
• Manage laboratory supplies.
• Calibrate instrumentation.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independence

Education

BS/BA in Microbiology or Biology

Job description

Role

Microbiologist in quality control for a biopharma focused on ophthalmic products, responsible for microbiological testing, method validation, and laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• perform USP 71 sterility testing
• validate methods
• backup environmental monitoring
• investigate non-conformances
• maintain lab safety and documentation
• manage laboratory supplies
• calibrate instrumentation

Requirements

• BS/BA in Microbiology or Biology
• 5-7 years in microbiology within cGMP/FDA-regulated settings
• hands on knowledge of USP 71 and microbiology techniques
• strong communication and problem solving skills
• ability to work independently and in teams

High-Value

• microbiology testing
• USP 71 sterility
• cGMP/FDA compliance
• ophthalmic biopharma
• laboratory validation
• environmental monitoring

WorkSetup

laboratory environment; specific gowning for cleanroom.

Physical demands

• sitting
• standing
• lifting up to 25 lbs
• working in gowning conditions