Microbiologist

Position Summary:

• Perform environmental monitoring activities for the 503A clean rooms which includes sampling, plate reading, and data analysis.
• Monitor and trend temperature and humidity conditions throughout the facility.
• Participate in investigations and system and procedural development.

Essential Elements of the Job:

• Plans and implements viable and non-viable environmental testing in the controlled environments.
• Prepare and send out samples for microbiological identification.
• Read, trend, and report environmental testing results.
• Initiate OOS or Environmental Monitoring Excursion Investigations
• Work with Quality Manager, QC Technicians, and any other personnel needed to ensure quality system and environmental monitoring programs are implemented completely.
• Perform document and process reviews as assigned by leadership.
• Assist in receiving of components, API, and nonactive ingredients.
• Participate in label printing and label reconciliation.
• Perform in-process inspection activities associated with compounded sterile products and batch record documentation.
• Recognize and report any aberrant test and/or sample conditions.
• Maintain Good Documentation Practices.
• Setting an example by always following assigned SOPs
• Perform QC duties as assigned leadership. This may include in-process visual inspections, purchased raw material and component inspections.

Requirements

Essential Skills and Experience: ·

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Biological Sciences or related degree
• Experience in a microbiology laboratory and microbiological analytical knowledge in a pharmaceutical environment or similar.
• Knowledge of compounding and pharmaceutical regulations
• Understanding of USP <797> requirements.
• Must exhibit excellent attention to detail.
• Must exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must exhibit excellent interpersonal skills?and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Multitasking skills
• Good computer skills (data entry, Microsoft Office products, email, internet, HR Software systems)
• Ability to work as part of a small team in a fast-paced environment.

Typical Working Conditions:

• Must be able to gown for ISO 5/7/8 area.
• This position may require the handling of laboratory chemicals.
• Must be able to work in a variety of positions and locations such as sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking, for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to use necessary equipment such as computers, scanners, phone/headset, or other technology devices as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• microbiology laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $28