Microbiologist
- Employer
- Accupac
- Location
- Harleysville, Pennsylvania, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- May 30, 2022
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- Sector
- Consultancy/Private Sector
- Field
- Conservation science
- Discipline
- Other
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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$1,000 Sign on Bonus!
*Sign on bonus only applies to Accupac Direct Hires. Awarded after 6 months of employment. Cannot currently be an Accupac employee or have been employed by Accupac from 5/7/2020-5/7/2021. Promotion ends 9/1/2022
Shift: 2nd - will be eligible for shift differential.
Days/ Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 3PM-12AM (hours can be negotiable)
Basic Job Functions:
Responsible to perform routine microbiological testing of raw materials, bulks and finished products per customer supplied or compendia test methods.
Essential Functions of the Job:
· Associate Microbiologist I & II:
· Perform routine laboratory tasks based on current standard operating procedures.
· Maintain neat and accurate documentation in logbooks, assay reports and protocols in acceptance with current GMP requirements.
· Prepare and sterilize media.
· Perform growth promotion and sterility testing of media prepared and purchased, including quantification and evaluation.
· Perform swab sampling on sanitized equipment.
· Perform viable environmental sampling of facilities.
· Maintain inventory of lab supplies.
· Safe handling of viable pathogenic bacteria strains including Gram staining and identification.
· Understanding of proper aseptic technique and processes.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
· Associate Microbiologist II:
· Train new personnel in customer and compendia test methods.
· Interact as liaison with outside departments.
· Cover for Lab supervisor.
· Hold shift change meetings to communicate relevant information of the day.
· Involvement in the Plant Hygiene Program.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements of the Job:
· Ability to multitask
· Ability to work independently
· Ability to effectively interact with co-workers
· Possess thorough understanding of laboratory safety.
· Fluency in written and spoken English.
· Ability to use good judgment and common sense to evaluate information
· Able to understand basic computer skills and programs
Physical Requirements:
· Lift or carry up to 40 pounds
· Climb step stools and maintain balance
· Color vision
· Bending/stooping
· Prolonged sitting or standing
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Travel: None
Education and/or Experience:
· Associate Microbiologist I: must have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related science field preferred with coursework in Microbiology.
· Associate Microbiologist II: must have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related science field preferred with coursework in Microbiology. Minimum of 2 years of hands on experience in a Micro Lab.
*Sign on bonus only applies to Accupac Direct Hires. Awarded after 6 months of employment. Cannot currently be an Accupac employee or have been employed by Accupac from 5/7/2020-5/7/2021. Promotion ends 9/1/2022
Shift: 2nd - will be eligible for shift differential.
Days/ Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 3PM-12AM (hours can be negotiable)
Basic Job Functions:
Responsible to perform routine microbiological testing of raw materials, bulks and finished products per customer supplied or compendia test methods.
Essential Functions of the Job:
· Associate Microbiologist I & II:
· Perform routine laboratory tasks based on current standard operating procedures.
· Maintain neat and accurate documentation in logbooks, assay reports and protocols in acceptance with current GMP requirements.
· Prepare and sterilize media.
· Perform growth promotion and sterility testing of media prepared and purchased, including quantification and evaluation.
· Perform swab sampling on sanitized equipment.
· Perform viable environmental sampling of facilities.
· Maintain inventory of lab supplies.
· Safe handling of viable pathogenic bacteria strains including Gram staining and identification.
· Understanding of proper aseptic technique and processes.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
· Associate Microbiologist II:
· Train new personnel in customer and compendia test methods.
· Interact as liaison with outside departments.
· Cover for Lab supervisor.
· Hold shift change meetings to communicate relevant information of the day.
· Involvement in the Plant Hygiene Program.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements of the Job:
· Ability to multitask
· Ability to work independently
· Ability to effectively interact with co-workers
· Possess thorough understanding of laboratory safety.
· Fluency in written and spoken English.
· Ability to use good judgment and common sense to evaluate information
· Able to understand basic computer skills and programs
Physical Requirements:
· Lift or carry up to 40 pounds
· Climb step stools and maintain balance
· Color vision
· Bending/stooping
· Prolonged sitting or standing
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Travel: None
Education and/or Experience:
· Associate Microbiologist I: must have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related science field preferred with coursework in Microbiology.
· Associate Microbiologist II: must have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related science field preferred with coursework in Microbiology. Minimum of 2 years of hands on experience in a Micro Lab.
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