Our client, a leader in the medical device industry, is seeking a Sterilization Microbiologist to join their team. As a Sterilization Microbiologist, you will be part of the Quality Assurance department supporting product development and manufacturing teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Sterilization Microbiologist **Location:** Plymouth, MN **Pay Range:** Competitive **What's the Job?** + Perform sterilization validation for new and existing products utilizing Ethylene Oxide and/or Radiation sterilization, including comparative resistance studies and EO/ECH residual testing. + Support R&D for sterilization validation of new products and changes to existing products. + Provide product development teams with sterilization Subject Matter Expert support. + Evaluate the impact of Supplier Change Notifications on product bioburden, bacterial endotoxin, and sterilization. + Conduct investigations related to environmental monitoring, compressed air, bioburden, bacterial endotoxin, or sterilization as needed. **What's Needed?** + Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field plus 5+ years of related work experience with a complete understanding of specified functional areas, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. + Comprehensive knowledge of medical device manufacturing and sterilization processes. + In-depth knowledge of business unit functions and cross-group dependencies/relationships. + Strong project management skills with the ability to plan and organize assignments of substantial variety and complexity. + Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment. + Engagement with cross-functional teams and exposure to various aspects of product development. + Professional growth and development opportunities. + Contribute to the safety and efficacy of medical devices that improve patient outcomes. + Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. **Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Vision Plan + Health Savings Account + Health Flexible Spending Account + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance + Business Travel Insurance + 401(k), Plus Match + Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.