Research & Development Microbiology Assistant
- Employer
- Experis
- Location
- Park Ridge, New Jersey, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Jul 9, 2021
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- Sector
- Academic / Research
- Field
- Development
- Discipline
- Biology
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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Microbiology Assistant
Onsite at Montvale, NJ
Contractual assignment - 6 +months with possibility of extension
Immediate need !!
Ability to follow detailed directions and perform procedures accurately and efficiently; work independently and with a team; maintain good working relationship with other staff
Onsite at Montvale, NJ
Contractual assignment - 6 +months with possibility of extension
Immediate need !!
- Perform laboratory tasks using general microbiological laboratory techniques.
- Perform appropriate practices and procedures in line with standard operating procedures.
- Maintain laboratory records in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
- Prepare microbiological media, reagents, glassware, and process contaminated materials.
- Perform antimicrobial testing/screening, Preservative efficacy Testing and Microbial Quality testing
- Read and interpret microbiological test results.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of laboratory supplies.
- Manage hazardous waste disposal.
- Maintain, monitor and clean laboratory equipment as necessary.
- Operate autoclaves, pH meter, balance, purified water and mixing equipment.
- Maintain chemical inventory.
- Order laboratory supplies and chemicals.
- Maintain MSDS files and chemical inventory database
- Review existing laboratory Standard Operating Procedures related to role.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organized laboratory.
- Follow all safety rules and safe operating procedures.
- Perform additional duties as directed or assigned by the microbiology supervisor.
- Perform basic mathematics (addition/subtraction/multiplication/division, dilutions, ratios, and percentages).
- Diploma or Associates Degree with 2 years minimum experience
- Related experience in a laboratory setting
- Knowledge or experience of the Consumer Products market.
- Good organizational and problem-solving skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Strong oral communication skills to effectively provide feedback to project teams or immediate supervisor.
- Strong written communication skills for accurate data entry and concise lab reports
- Results-oriented and self-motivating, seeking information from others to accomplish objectives
- Ability to display a degree of flexibility and adapt effectively to change
- Timely execution of multiple project objectives within established timelines
- Desire to learn, apply, and enhance skill set while seeking new opportunities
- Good networking and communication skills
- GLP/GMP experience a plus.
- Knowledge of common software applications, including MSOffice and other related computer skills
- Hands-on experience working in a microbiology or virology lab environment preferred.
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques a plus.
Ability to follow detailed directions and perform procedures accurately and efficiently; work independently and with a team; maintain good working relationship with other staff
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