Pharmaceutical Microbiology Associate — QC & Environment

Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Pacira BioSciences, Inc. is seeking a pharmaceutical microbiology professional in the San Diego area to provide technical expertise and support quality control and assurance in manufacturing of pharmaceutical products.

The role requires a BS degree in Microbiology or life science. It emphasizes routine environmental monitoring, laboratory experiments, data interpretation, and documentation, with a focus on compliance and process improvement.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Microbiology or other life science from an accredited college or university.
• No previous experience in pharmaceutical microbiology required.
• Ability to work a 10-hour shift, weekends, and maintain records with accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine environmental and systems monitoring of manufacturing and laboratory areas.
• Conduct general laboratory experimentation following approved SOPs to determine appropriate action.
• Follow policies and assist in the development of new procedures and/or documents.
• Maintain records of experiments and results including calculations.
• Assist in interpreting data and in documenting results accurately.
• Assist in data preparation for presentations.
• Maintain technical knowledge consistent with company scientific requirements.

Skills

10-hour shifts

Weekends

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Data graphics

Gowning

English communication

Education

BS degree in Microbiology or life science

Job description

Pacira BioSciences, Inc. is seeking a pharmaceutical microbiology professional in the San Diego area to provide technical expertise and support quality control and assurance in manufacturing of pharmaceutical products.

The role requires a BS degree in Microbiology or life science. It emphasizes routine environmental monitoring, laboratory experiments, data interpretation, and documentation, with a focus on compliance and process improvement.