Microbiologist II - Quality Control

Padagis; Minnesota; On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus incentive plan

Robust employee benefits program

Job summary

Padagis is seeking a Microbiologist II to join our Quality Control team in Minneapolis, MN. This on-site role focuses on microbiological testing of products, stability, raw materials, and environmental samples, with responsibilities including data analysis and regulatory compliance.

The position offers a quarterly bonus incentive and comprehensive benefits. Requirements include a BS in Microbiology or related field and 1+ years in a microbiology lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or a related scientific field.
• 1+ years of experience in a microbiology lab.
• Strong written and verbal communication; excellent documentation.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Willingness to take ownership and deliver results.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing and monitoring of systems and samples (water, air, products).
• Analyze microbiological data and ensure regulatory & SOP compliance.
• Support method validation and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Ownership mentality

Independent work / team player

Education

BS in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Aseptic techniques

Environmental sampling

Microbiological testing

Job description

Locations

Padagis MN, 3940 Quebec Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55427, USA

• On-site
• Travel Required : No
• Operations
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO002028

Description

We are seeking a Microbiologist II to join our Quality Control (QC) team and support the microbiological analysis of products, stability samples, validation samples, raw materials, and environmental samples. This role is vital in ensuring product quality through testing, method validation, and participation in continuous improvement initiatives. If you are detail-oriented, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply!

This position pays $23/hr-$28/hr based on experience and education. Padagis employees in these roles are also eligible for a quarterly bonus incentive plan and a robust employee benefits program.

Job duties:

Microbiological Testing and Monitoring

• Conduct microbiological monitoring for:
• Purified water systems, laboratory water systems, and compressed air systems.
• Active air monitoring and environmental sample collection (including equipment monitoring).
• Perform USP <60>, USP <61>, and USP <62> testing to detect and quantify microbial contaminants in pharmaceutical products and raw materials.
• Conduct USP <51> testing for antimicrobial effectiveness studies.

Data Analysis and Regulatory Compliance

• Analyze and interpret microbiological data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and quality standards.

Subject Matter Expertise and Improvement Efforts

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for core functional areas of microbiology.
• Support method validation activities and participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance quality control processes.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or a related scientific field
• One or more (1+) years of experience working in a microbiology lab
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent documentation, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks and responsibility for the results
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or similar industrial setting
• Hands-on experience with, and knowledge of, aseptic techniques
• Familiarity with USP <60>, <61>, <62>, and <51> testing methodologies

Core competencies:

Since its beginning, Padagis has been undergoing the process of identifying what we believe will lead to the success of our organization in a competitive landscape. To that end, we have developed a set of five “core” competencies. We strive to bring employees on board the journey with us who exemplify these key competencies:

• Service delivery – Understand who your internal and external customers are, identify their needs, and deliver value above their expectations…
• Active collaboration – Seek opportunities to work together across teams, function, business units, and geographies to seek success…
• Demonstrate agility – Proactively identify changes in our environment and act quickly, leading or embracing change…
• Think differently – Create, develop, and implement new ideas, products, services, or processes that involve introducing something new or significantly improving something that already exists…
• Excellent execution – Achieve outstanding results in all aspects of our organization, including our culture, leadership, strategy, and practices…

About us:

At Padagis our focus is on health care products that improve people’s lives. We are a market-leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company that specializes in “extended topical” medications, like creams, foams, mousses, gels, liquids and inhalable products.

It’s a great time to join our team because we have a high growth trajectory with now more than 1,300 employees across six locations in the United States and Israel. We’ve already established a successful track record of launching first-to-file and first-to-market generic pharmaceutical products that have helped to make prescription products more affordable for patients and reduce costs for the healthcare system.

Our team members work in a dynamic environment where opportunity is built on a foundation of honesty and transparency. Please consider joining our team where great things are happening and you can make a difference.

What’s Next:

At Padagis a real recruiter AND the hiring manager will review your application, not just a bot. This means we pay special attention to each application submitted for the position. While it could take a couple of days for us to get back with you, please know that we appreciate you applying for the open position and ask that you monitor your email for updates.

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