Microbiology Technician

Microbiology Technician
Pay range: $25.00 - $40.00/hr
Hours: 8-5pm
Duration: 6 months- Covering for Maternity
Location Gaithersburg, MD

JOB SUMMARY
Client Life Sciences is looking for a driven, talented, and energetic Microbiology Technician to join our Analytical Services and Quality Control team to conduct hands-on laboratory quality control testing in our Gaithersburg, MD laboratory.
Dedicated to improving the quality of life, Client Life Sciences develops and manufactures high-performance components and integrated solutions for biopharmaceutical manufacturing, medical devices, filtration processes, cell therapy solutions, and laboratory products.

DUTIES: The selected candidate will perform hands on quality control testing according to established industry standards and validated in-house methods.
The scope includes environmental monitoring, water testing, and product bioburden and bacterial endotoxin testing.
Sample preparation and analysis of environmental monitoring samples
Perform microbiological testing of water Support Endotoxin testing
Support for Bioburden QC testing of products using different methods of inoculation. Inoculate and enumerate microbiology culture media.
Knowledge of microbiology techniques, terminology, equipment, and procedures in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices.
Independently runs basic assays/experiments and assists with other experiments, as needed Assists with microorganism identification activities
Skilled in aseptic techniques
Perform testing accurately and according to schedule
Ensure principles of data integrity are followed at all times
Supports data trending and archiving tasks.
Assists in maintaining laboratory instrumentation according to maintenance schedules Openly participates in laboratory investigations and audits
Ensures individual laboratory work areas are clean and maintained according to 5s principles
Demonstrates open and collaborative approach in all areas of responsibility
Conforms to all environmental health and safety policies and procedures including the use of personal protective safety equipment as appropriate.
The incumbent supports AS&QC team with execution of microbiological testing. Testing is focused on microbial enumeration, inoculation, and bacterial endotoxin testing.
The incumbent is expected to support laboratory management iniatives, including 5S, safety, lab audit requirements, equipment maintenance, lab supplies.
The incumbent is required to participate in laboratory continuous improvement activities, including quality audits, SOP reviews, EHS training, implementation of new best practices, and personal development.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences or other relevant Science
Preferred At least 1 year of hands on laboratory experience in a regulated environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Adhere to good documentation practices at all times.
Follow specifications, procedures, and requirements, both written and verbal.
Ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient laboratory environment.
Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with optical microscopy
Preferred Experience with GMP, ISO, USP and/or EP standards
Experience with inoculation and enumeration of microbiological samples
Experience with working in a cleanroom environment.
Experience supporting equipment and test method validations.