Microbiologist I

Are you a curious and analytical thinker with a passion for unraveling the mysteries of the microscopic world? Can you apply your expertise in microbiology to drive breakthrough discoveries and advancements? Join our team and be at the forefront of scientific innovation.

Who is Meissner?

The goal at Meissner is to be more than simply good; it is to be extraordinary. Extraordinary performance comes from extraordinary people.

Meissner as a group is passionate about helping our clients manufacture lifesaving and life enhancing drugs, therapies, and vaccines. We develop, manufacture, supply and service advanced microfiltration products and single-use systems worldwide.

We know that when you are passionate about what you do, it’s more than just a job.

Meissner is focused on the development of the whole individual, and we have programs and tools in place to help us stay at our best mentally and physically. In alignment with our commitment to support the growth and development of the whole individual, Meissner has inaugurated a Learning and Development department to solely focus on cultivating our team. When you grow, we grow.

How you will make an impact:

The Microbiologist I is part of Meissner Technical Services (MTS) department which in a key component to Meissner’s commitment to quality. The Microbiologist I Assists in performing filter Quality Control bacterial challenge tests, LAL (endotoxin) tests, and reading environmental monitoring test results to support manufacturing, R&D and Quality departments.

• Utilize knowledge of aseptic techniques as required.
• Monitoring of water systems inclusive of LAL testing
• • Bioburden testing
  • Total Organic Carbon testing
  • Daily reading of water system parameters
• Manufacturing of distilled water (DI) used for LAL.
• QC Bacterial Challenge testing of membranes.
• QC Bacterial Challenge test calculation.
• Monthly LAL testing of Single Use Systems.
• Reading of Environmental Monitoring plates.
• Gram staining for Environmental Monitoring plates.
• Growth Promotion on media.
• Preparation of Media following recipes.
• Monitoring of Laboratory supplies.
• Order supplies to ensure timely completion of tasks in Micro Lab.
• Adjust controls of equipment such as pumps, filters, and autoclaves to obtain optimum results.
• Wash glassware as necessary for laboratory use.

This is an on-site role based out of our headquarters in Camarillo, CA.

The skills and experience you’ll need:

• Bachelor's degree (BS) from four-year college or university in microbiology, biology, or related subject; and 0 to 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have strong English Language written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have strong aptitude to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures.
• Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be proficient with MS Office software including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe.
• Must be proficient in mathematical applications such as logs, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

What we can offer you:

• Full Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with HSA Employer Contributions for eligible plans
• Additional Perks- HQ Onsite Full Gym, Ultramodern Coffee Bars, Free EV Charging Stations, Employee Discounts
• 401k, Profit Sharing, 401k Advisory Services
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Anniversary Holiday

Ready to make an impact? Let’s talk.

Meissner is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

US BASE PAY SCALE $24.47 - $29.52/hr

The base pay scale for this role is what Meissner reasonably expects to pay for the position although actual pay may vary from this scale depending on an applicant's experience.