Microbiology Scientist — Feasibility & Validation

Planet Pharma; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking a Scientist to support microbiology related methods such as endotoxin, bioburden, sterility and other compendial microbial controls. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, troubleshooting, and evaluating new technologies in rapid microbiology, including feasibility and/or validation studies.

The successful candidate will work in the lab on feasibility/validation projects, with experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology microbiology and

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree OR Masters Degree and 4 years of Scientific Experience OR Bachelors degree and 6 years of Scientific experience
• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology microbiology and manufacturing preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for fast-paced, cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support feasibility and validation studies for microbiology methods.
• Hands-on lab work including troubleshooting and method development.
• Collaborate with Process Development, Manufacturing, and Quality across programs.

Skills

Microbiology methods

Rapid microbial methods

cGMP familiarity

Analytical data interpretation

Education

Doctorate degree or Masters with 4 years or Bachelors with 6 years experience in Science

Job description

Planet Pharma in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking a Scientist to support microbiology related methods such as endotoxin, bioburden, sterility and other compendial microbial controls. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, troubleshooting, and evaluating new technologies in rapid microbiology, including feasibility and/or validation studies.

The successful candidate will work in the lab on feasibility/validation projects, with experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology microbiology and