Senior Microbiologist Scientist, Quality Control

Senior Scientist Quality Control

Position Summary

Catalent Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop manufacture and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma biotech and consumer health customers supporting product development launch and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences delivery technologies and multi-modality manufacturing Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.

St. Petersburg is our primary softgel development and manufacturing facility in North America with a capacity of 18 billion capsules per year. The featured RP Scherer softgel technology is a proven oral drug delivery solution to enhance bioavailability of poorly soluble Rx and OTC drug candidates. Non-gelatin based OptiShell and Vegicaps capsules expand the range of molecules into softgel ideal for challenging fill the Catalent network we offer a broad range of integrated formulation and analytical services to solve your most difficult development and manufacturing challenges.

The Senior Scientist Quality Control will independently test develop and implement assays useful for the identification and characterization of Raw Materials pre-capsulation Stability and Finished Products. The Senior Scientist Quality Control will analyze data perform statistical analyses document results maintain laboratory notebook according to cGMP and Internal guidelines. Communicate results in written and oral presentations. Write protocols procedures and technical reports. Keep abreast of literature in field; attend meetings; help train junior colleagues; contribute to continuous improvement within the group. Comply with FDA EPA and OSHA regulations performing all work in a safe manner. Maintain proper records in accordance with all SOPs and policies.

Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality andcompliance and to the safety of every patient consumer and Catalent employee.

This is a full-time on-site salary position at our St. Petersburg FL location.

The Role

• Performs analysis of finished products validation samples in-process materials and raw materials moisture testing Gas Water and manufacturing environmental sampling and testing according to the effective protocols Methods and Compendials.
• Cultivate & identify bacteria or other microorganisms isolated on selective & non-selective media. Maintains cultures according to ATCC and departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Performs identification of microorganisms using techniques such as API Gram Stain etc.
• Prepares reagents standards media etc. needed for analysis. Works with potent and teratogenic compounds. Disposes of hazardous waste according to environmental regulations and company/departmental procedures
• Audits analysts and technicians calculations in notebooks/logbooks and verifies results in reports and/or appropriate systems (LIMS) to check for accuracy and integrity of data.
• Supervises and schedules work assignments for analytical chemists and technicians
• Releases samples (LIMS) to Quality Assurance for product disposition. Manages new product method and technology transfers
• Perform analysis of non-routine products. Develops new analytical testing procedures or modifies existing test procedures.
• Works flexible hours including weekends and evenings to accommodate the production / validation schedule.
• Performs as the Group Leaders Designee in the absence of the Group Leader.
• All other duties as assigned.

The Candidate:

• Bachelors Degree in Science or related field required (Chemistry Microbiology or Biology preferred)
• 8 years experience in an analytical laboratory.
• Must possess good interpersonal skills.
• Individual may be required to sit stand walk regularly and occasionally lift to 15 pounds; no lifting greater than 44.09 pounds without assistance.
• Vision requirements include ability to differentiate color have 20/30 vision with or without corrective lenses read written documents and frequent use of a computer monitor.
• Ability to work extended hours or off-hours as required.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Tuition Reimbursement Let us help you finish your degree or earn a new one!
• WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness.
• 152 hours of PTO 8 paid holidays.
• Medical dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
• Diverse inclusive culture. Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I. Community engagement and green initiatives.
• Dynamic fast-paced work environment.
• Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative.
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
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Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.

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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

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