Microbiology Analyst I

Overview:

Responsibilities:

Perform environmental monitoring - sampling of clean rooms

Perform sampling of Clean Utilities (i.e. RODI Purified Water System, compressed gases)

Perform bioburden and bacterial endotoxin testing

Perform basic identification techniques (e.g. Gram Stain, colony morphology description)

Coordinate shipment of samples to contract laboratories

Receive test results/data from contract laboratories and perform data entry into the appropriate database

Completes QC documentation in accordance with cGMP

Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame

Sample disposal upon completion of testing

Participate in laboratory housekeeping chores

Perform other related duties and tasks as required or assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in the Life Sciences preferred

0-2 years of experience in biopharmaceutical or medical device industry

Basic understanding of GMP, aseptic techniques, and microbiology test methodologies a plus

Strong communication skills

Computer literacy, proficiency in MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, etc

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Mix of office and laboratory/clean room environments