Senior Scientist, Microbiological Quality & Sterility

6010-Biosense Webster Inc. Legal Entity

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 92,000 - 148,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
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Job summary

We are seeking a Senior Scientist of Microbiological Quality and Sterility Assurance to join the Biosense Webster Quality organization in Irvine, CA. This 12-month fixed-term role involves leading sterilization validation, supporting microbial controls, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliant product manufacturing.

Requires a BS in biology/microbiology or related field with at least 4 years of experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical setting; Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor-level degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or engineering required.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as liaison between microbiological quality & sterility assurance R&D and operations.
  • Lead sterilization validation and transfer of technologies.
  • Support microbial control of manufacturing environments and validated processes.
  • Review sterilization records and participate in special studies.
  • Collaborate with multiple departments for investigations and improvements.
  • Perform routine tests per laboratory procedures to support timely production.

Skills

Quality
Microbiology
Sterilization Validation
Technical Writing
Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

BS in biology or microbiology
Master’s preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Scientist of Microbiological Quality and Sterility Assurance to join the Biosense Webster Quality organization in Irvine, CA. This 12-month fixed-term role involves leading sterilization validation, supporting microbial controls, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliant product manufacturing.

Requires a BS in biology/microbiology or related field with at least 4 years of experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical setting; Master’s degree preferred.

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