Civica Rx · 11 hours ago
Associate Microbiologist (356)
Petersburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCivica Rx is a nonprofit organization addressing critical shortages of essential generic injectable drugs in U.S. healthcare. The Associate Microbiologist will support the microbiology testing laboratory and ensure compliance with regulatory standards for the Petersburg, Virginia facility dedicated to manufacturing essential sterile injectable medications.
Pharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Perform microbiological testing methods consistent with USP testing requirements. Including, but not limited to, the following microbiological testing and procedures: bioburden, bacterial endotoxin, identification of microbial isolates, viable/non-viable particulate monitoring, and growth promotion studies
Maintains laboratory equipment as well as ongoing maintenance and calibration
Executes test sampling plans
Perform microbiological testing and sample collection to support environmental monitoring (EM) and utilities systems
Participate in verification of microbiological methods and method transfers
Participate in investigations related to laboratory operations and non-conforming results
Identify, track, and facilitate resolution of technical issues
Participate in risk assessments related to microbiology and environmental monitoring
Proactively identify and work collaboratively to resolve problems by taking risk-based and compliant approaches to solutions
Author and/or review SOPs, protocols, reports, test methods, and product specification documents as applicable
Promote a quality mindset and quality excellence approach to all activities
Travel may be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (microbiology degree preferred) with a minimum of 2 years Quality/cGMP experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Strong organizational and execution skills
Microbiology testing and environmental monitoring experience
Participation in activities to support regulatory agency inspections is required
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills and experience using various software/electronic applications required
Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a small, fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to work autonomously and within established guidelines, procedures, and practices
Committed to delivering high-quality results, working with others to overcome challenges, and focusing on what matters
Continuously seeks opportunities to learn, build skills, and share knowledge with others
Preferred
Experience in sterile injectable manufacturing, aseptic processing, and facility qualification
Experience with the following microbiological testing and procedures: Acceptance testing and use of biological indicators
Company
Civica Rx
Civica Rx was created in late 2018 to secure the supply of important medicines hospitals use every day.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3M2025-08-07Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Ned McCoy
CEO
Dave Sehgal
Chief Manufacturing and Supply Chain Officer
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