(Entry-Level) Associate Microbiologist

*Description:*
- Independently perform routine test article/product preparation and execute routine testing and perform
routine calculations according to applicable work instructions.
- Prepare or participate in the preparation of test specifications in conjunction with the requirements of the
applicable standards and/or client instructions.
- May have direct client contact as needed.
- Responsible for review of incoming test articles and paperwork for appropriateness and accuracy and for
taking all concerns to management as required.
- Accurately collects and records raw data in logbooks and on worksheets.
- Responsible for checking laboratory equipment, being on-call and respond to continuous monitoring
alarms as applicable. If needed, the Associate will respond in accordance with criteria outlined in SOPs.
- Perform personal gowning environmental testing, submit organisms from gowning, environmental and
sterility test positives for identification and inclusion in monthly trending data, as required for specific
testing as applicable.
- Operate autoclave, depyrogenation oven or other specified laboratory equipment as applicable.
- Perform Kinetic-Chromogenic LAL testing as applicable.
- Perform Environmental Monitoring, clean and disinfect cleanroom suites as applicable.
- Other duties as assigned.
*Skills:*
Aseptic technique, Gmp, Environmental monitoring, Microbiology laboratory, Bioburden, Media prep, Laboratory, Sterility testing, Autoclave
*Additional Skills & Qualifications:*
- Awareness of applicable guidelines and regulations including, but not limited to USP, ISO, CTFA, FSA.
- Knowledge of metric system, GLP and/or GMP testing, scientific applications, experimental
design, and data evaluation.
- Ability to work in GLP/GMP environment.
*Experience Level:*
Entry Level

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