Microbiology Analyst
- Employer
- Experis
- Location
- Harmans, Maryland, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Jul 3, 2021
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- Sector
- Consultancy/Private Sector
- Field
- Conservation science
- Discipline
- Biology
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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Experis, a ManpowerGroup company has an exciting contract opportunity for an Microbiology Analyst. This position is for one of our key clients, a global biopharmaceutical company that is engaged in the discovery, development and manufacturer of healthcare products.
Please find below Job Description:
Job Role: Microbiology Analyst
Location: Harmans, MD 21077
Duration: 6+ months (High Possibility of Extension).
Shift: Weekend Shift- Friday-Monday 8am to 4pm
Top Skills: Environmental Monitoring, cGMP cleanrooms
Description: This role is responsible for Environmental Monitoring sampling, analyzing, and aseptic monitoring and microbiological testing to support Phase I/II GMP manufacturing. Works in a fast-paced environmental supporting the quality control department of a CMO for manufacturing of biologic bulk drug substance, sterile finished drug product, and fill/finish.
Position workweek is Monday through Friday.
Education & Previous Experience:
Primary Recruiter: Saira Hasan
Recruiter Phone Number: 414-666-8462 Ext - 7168
Recruiter Email:
Your LinkedIn (Link) linkedin.com/in/saira-mohammad-hasan-28480211a
Please find below Job Description:
Job Role: Microbiology Analyst
Location: Harmans, MD 21077
Duration: 6+ months (High Possibility of Extension).
Shift: Weekend Shift- Friday-Monday 8am to 4pm
Top Skills: Environmental Monitoring, cGMP cleanrooms
Description: This role is responsible for Environmental Monitoring sampling, analyzing, and aseptic monitoring and microbiological testing to support Phase I/II GMP manufacturing. Works in a fast-paced environmental supporting the quality control department of a CMO for manufacturing of biologic bulk drug substance, sterile finished drug product, and fill/finish.
Position workweek is Monday through Friday.
- Perform Environmental Monitoring of Grade B-D Cleanrooms, including sampling of viable surfaces, viable air and non-viable particulates in a Phase III/Commercial GMP Manufacturing facility.
- Conducts routine sampling and testing of Clean Utilities such as USP water (WFI) and clean steam
- Conducts bioburden testing on prepared buffers/solutions, equipment cleaning samples, in-process and release drug product samples.
- Ability to isolate and sub-culture microorganisms for identification.
- Provides input on SOP revisions and may assist in the creation and editing of protocols
- Builds credibility within the lab group by performing high quality work
- Works closely with manufacturing and QA to coordinate routine EM, changeover EM, and monitoring to support client campaigns
- Performs Aseptic Process Simulations (media fills) and fill/finish monitoring which includes continuous monitoring of air quality, personnel aseptic technique, and environment integrity
- Compilation and trending of Environmental Monitoring data for reporting purposes
- Report and investigate environmental monitoring excursions.
- Effectively communicates results of own work through discussions and documentation with some input from supervisor
- Flexibility in following unique campaign requirements that may include off-hour and weekend work
- Other duties as assigned
- Self-starter with the ability to produce results in a fast-paced environment to meet client deadlines under minimal supervision
- Experience with viable and non-viable Environment Monitoring collection instruments.
- Creative individual with outstanding trouble shooting skills
- Concentration of aseptic technique and contamination control
- Streak plating and microbial identification
- Document writing, data interpretation, presentation, statistical analysis and trending a plus
- Minimum supervision required on day-to-day activities and accomplished tasks
- Escalates problems and factors impacting work performance or completion of assigned tasks to the area supervisor
- Positive, professional attitude toward work and willingness to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors and to contribute to a project team
- Dependable and can work with minimal supervision on scheduled tasks
- Timeliness and accuracy in completion of projects and documentation (quantity of work)
- Contributions to projects beyond general responsibilities (quality of work)
- Identification of problem areas affecting operations (knowledge/problem solving)
- Offers suggestions for correcting problems and for improving operations
- Exercises good judgment in dealing with operational problems
- Understanding of theory, rationale behind tasks performed
- Demonstrated understanding and adherence to Paragon policies, safety procedures and the cGMPs
- Ability to succeed in a team-oriented environment under very dynamic conditions
Education & Previous Experience:
- B.S. or A.S. in a Life Sciences discipline and 1-4 years of relevant experience working in cGMP cleanrooms
- Experience working in cGMP Quality Control
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's)
- Have the knowledge and ability to apply basic scientific and regulatory principles utilized to solve operational, as well as routine quality tasks
Primary Recruiter: Saira Hasan
Recruiter Phone Number: 414-666-8462 Ext - 7168
Recruiter Email:
Your LinkedIn (Link) linkedin.com/in/saira-mohammad-hasan-28480211a
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