Microbiologist I 503B (2nd shift)

Location: East Windsor, New Jersey 08520, United States

Posted: August 12, 2025

Job Type: FULL TIME

Req# 4915

Quality

Company Overview
Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you'll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let's revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.
Position Summary
The Microbiologist I performs essential microbiological testing to ensure the safety and quality of pharmaceutical products while maintaining strict compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). This role supports test method development, executes sterility, bioburden, and endotoxin testing, and plays a key role in cleanroom and environmental monitoring. By upholding the highest standards of accuracy and collaboration, the Microbiologist I helps advance Empower's mission to expand access to affordable, innovative medications that improve lives.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports microbiological sampling and testing of raw materials, finished products, and environmental monitoring samples using methods such as bioburden, sterility, endotoxin, and total organic carbon, while adhering to International Organization for Standardization cleanroom protocols involving gowning and routine sample handling.
• Assists with microbial identification, growth promotion, and antimicrobial effectiveness testing, and supports laboratory investigations through root cause analysis of Out of Specification results and implementation of corrective actions.
• Documents procedures, results, and observations accurately in compliance with laboratory protocols, safety guidelines, and regulatory standards, including cGMP, while also performing data trending and general laboratory equipment maintenance.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, communicates findings clearly, and contributes to research discussions, project meetings, and the development and validation of microbiological test methods.
• Follows United States Pharmacopeia (USP) regulations, maintaining personal hygiene, garbing, and Personal Protective Equipment standards in sterile and nonsterile, hazardous and nonhazardous labs.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Knowledge and Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work collaboratively, adapt to evolving priorities, and communicate technical findings effectively.
• Proficiency in microbiological testing techniques, method development, and validation, including bacterial endotoxin testing, sterility, microbial limit testing, and familiarity with compendial testing and regulatory standards such as USP, Food and Drug Administration, and cGMP.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of microbiology laboratory experience required; pharmaceutical or compounding experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, or related scientific field required.

Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness
We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more: