What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biobank Inventory Control Specialist position at BioPathogenix?
Job Description
As a Microbiology Production Specialist at BioPathogenix, you will be responsible for executing microbiological manufacturing processes, including bacterial, viral, and fungal culture preparation.
You will work closely with our team to manage and maintain a comprehensive biobank of bacterial, viral, and fungal strains, ensuring proper cataloging, traceability, and storage under appropriate conditions.
You will also be responsible for preparing and manufacturing custom microbiology-based products, including bacterial, viral, and fungal cultures, following established protocols and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Biobank Management and Manufacturing:
- Manage and maintain a comprehensive biobank of bacterial, viral, and fungal strains, ensuring proper cataloging, traceability, and storage under appropriate conditions.
- Prepare and manufacture custom microbiology-based products, including bacterial, viral, and fungal cultures, following established protocols and quality standards.
- Laboratory Operations and Quality Control:
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including biosafety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, spectrophotometers, and automated liquid handling systems.
- Conduct microbiological assays, including microbial enumeration, viability testing, and contamination screening to ensure product quality.
- Packaging and Shipping:
- Package and organize microbiological products for shipping, ensuring accurate labeling, documentation, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Documentation and Record-Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all production and biobank activities using provided templates and software applications.
- Troubleshooting and Continuous Improvement:
- Assist with troubleshooting deviations, optimizing workflows, and ensuring consistent product quality through continuous process improvement.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Virology, Mycology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with microbiological techniques in a production or laboratory environment.
- Proficiency in operating laboratory instruments and aseptic handling of microbial cultures.
- Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently while adhering to protocols.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working with minimal supervision.
- Strong commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
