Senior Scientist for QC Microbiology - Redmond, WA

Evotec; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 91,560 - 125,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401k company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A biopharmaceutical company is seeking a skilled Senior Scientist for QC Microbiology in Redmond, WA. The role involves performing QC analysis of raw materials and drug substances, ensuring compliance with GMP standards. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a BS degree in Microbiology or related fields. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Quality Control experience in GMP biopharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Extensive laboratory experience with environmental monitoring and water testing.
• Knowledge of GMP, USP, ICH, and regulatory compliance inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC Microbiology routine/non-routine GMP operations.
• Conduct laboratory investigations, deviations, OOS, and change controls.
• Provide mentorship and training for less experienced staff.

Skills

Quality Control in GMP

Microbial identification

Environmental monitoring

Water sampling and testing

Excellent communication skills

Education

BS in Microbiology, Biology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Senior Scientist for QC Microbiology - Redmond, WA

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Job Title: Senior Scientist for QC Microbiology

Location: Redmond, WA site based.

Just-Evotec Biologics is seeking a skilled Senior Scientist for QC Microbiology experience to join our dynamic team. This role provides the QC analysis of raw materials, in-process, drug substance samples in support of our GMP manufacturing operations at our GMP facilities. These efforts support GMP manufacturing activities for biotherapeutic products.

This role is site based with the main location in the Redmond, WA, US.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC Microbiology routine/non-routine GMP operations including:
• Environmental Monitoring (sampling and plate reading).
• Water sampling and testing (e.g., Bioburden, Endotoxin, Total Organic Carbon).
• Product testing (e.g., Bioburden and Endotoxin).
• Microbial identification.
• Growth promotion.
• Perform microbiological method validation/verification for new products.
• Assure timely and accurate completion of GMP documentation.
• Support QC management in the timely review of data.
• Support the Contamination Control team by providing Environmental and Utility monitoring data.
• Conduct laboratory investigations, deviations, OOS, change controls and CAPAs
• Support equipment qualification (IQ, OQ, PQ).
• Create, maintain, and revise SOPs, methods and associated documents.
• Support all operations of the QC labs including the ordering supplies and maintaining laboratory equipment and lab spaces.
• Support client audit/inspection readiness plans and interact with regulatory agencies during inspections on analytical related matters.
• Participate in daily and weekly operation meetings.
• Provide on-the-floor mentorship, training and technical leadership for less experienced staff as an individual contributor.
  
  

Requirements

• BS in Microbiology, Biology or related field and min. 5 years of Quality Control experience in GMP biopharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Extensive laboratory experience with environmental monitoring and water sampling and testing (bioburden, endotoxin, TOC and conductivity).
• Experience with microbial identification.
• Knowledge of GMP, USP, ICH, and other regulatory requirements and experience with regulatory compliance inspections.
• Ability to adapt, work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time.
• Excellent oral/written and interpersonal communication skills; and a knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and with others to accomplish goals and priorities.
• Must possess effective time management skills, demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness and flexibility to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $91,560 to $125,350; Base salary offered may vary depending on the individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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