Adecco is currently assisting a multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology client in recruiting for a Microbiologist (Mid-level) in Berkeley, CA. Apply Now! The anticipated wage for this position is between $30 and $35.30. Hourly wage may depend upon experience, education, geographic location and other factors. **Schedule** : Shift Start Time- 08:00 AM **Responsibilities** : + Capable of conducting microbiological method validation including bioburden, sterility, LAL (endotoxin), and virology methods supporting biopharmaceutical, clinical and development products. Responsibility including protocol and report write up. + Conduct execution of microbiological methods per approved protocols and testing of routine and investigational samples. + Familiarities with all microbiological compendial methods for specific commercial products. Maintains records of method qualification/validation and other microbiological related methods. + Investigates questionable test results, writes protocol deviation report (PDR), investigation/test plans when applicable. Collaborates effectively with Quality Assurance validation on the method validation approach. + Keeps current with revisions to compendial monographs and to compendial test methods used in the microbiology division. Write protocols, revises SOPs affected by these compendial changes and changes arising as a function of a CAPA, per approved Change Control. + Ability to support and prioritize many diverse activities simultaneously while meeting schedule commitments. + Thorough knowledge of microbiological analytical methods, compendial requirements (USP, EP, JP). Knowledge of biologics and manufacturing processes. **Requirements:** + Minimum Experience 2+ years of experience in microbiological method validation in pharmaceutical or related industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience. + Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, LIMS, SAP). + Prior experience in a QC microbiology testing laboratory. **What’s in it for you?** Medical, dental, and vision plans Skills Training Weekly pay – you receive a paycheck every week! Click on **_apply now_** for instant consideration! This employer requires all employees, temporary labor, consultants, and contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their start date, subject to approved medical or religious exemptions. Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. **Pay Details:** $30.00 to $35.30 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance