Microbiologist

Vandalia, 845 Center Drive, Vandalia, Ohio, United States of America

Posted Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Are you ready to join a growing, global drug development and manufacturing organization that puts people first? Come to Adare! We work closely with our pharmaceutical industry partners during all phases of drug development with a mission of improving the lives of patients and medicines essential to people all over the world. Each role and every department within Adare offer you a unique, customized experience with a chance to make a real impact, and is critical to our success.

With the help of people like you dedicated to our mission, Adare is transforming lives by transforming drug delivery!

Come join our mission at Adare
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What can Adare offer you?

• Medical/dental/vision/life – low employee premiums
• 401k with a highly competitive match
• Generous PTO, including floating holidays
• Career growth and internal opportunities
• Relocation assistance
• Performance-based bonus
• Employee Recognition Programs

We are seeking to hire a Microbiologist to join our Lab Team
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If any of the below describes you, we would love to meet you!

JOB SUMMARY

The essential job function is to perform standard level microbial testing of incoming raw materials and final products in accordance with written procedures and compendia guidelines. This position also includes the verification and validation of microbiological methods associated with new materials and products.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

• Perform sampling and testing of materials and products described in documented procedures or compendia without supervision and in accordance with GMP guidelines.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and work areas in a clean, organized and safe laboratory condition.
• Ensure the Micro documentation is accurate, up to date, and revised as needed.
• Author, revise, and update laboratory test methods, test sheets, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Responsible for annual reports-Purified Water System and Environmental Monitoring
• Monitor compendia changes for the Micro lab.
• Subject Matter Expert for the facility.
• Perform calibrations and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Recognize and investigate Out of Specification results, Out of Trend Results, and deviations in accordance with cGMP guidelines.
• Assist and train junior analysts.
• Audit laboratory documentation.
• Assist with Regulatory and Customer audits.
• Perform method validations and write protocols and reports.
• Accurately maintain notebooks and files compliant with current GMPs and internal Standard Operating Procedures.
• Participates in the development and implementation of methods, procedures and regulations necessary for the smooth operation of the business.
• Maintains lab inventory for supplies and microbiological media/organisms.
• Observes all safety procedures and regulations.
• Other job-related tasks as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Biology/Microbiology or related field and 2+ years’ experience working in a Quality Control or Research and Development Laboratory, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Working knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment, safety procedures, and laboratory practices.
• Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required while Access experience is a plus
• Basic knowledge of technical writing coupled with good oral communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand, walk, push, pull, twist, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
• Occasionally move items or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds – potential to handle heavier materials with mechanical assistance.
• Occasionally required to climb ladders and/or steps to reach equipment.
• Reading precision measuring equipment, machine dials, gages, and thermometers; must be able to observe fine details utilizing a microscope.

Adare Pharma is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status.