What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiologist I position at Eurofins?
Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is a world-renowned life sciences company dedicated to making life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. From the food you eat to the water you drink and the medicines you rely on, we work with top companies worldwide to ensure product safety, authenticity, and quality.
With 900 companies, 800 labs, and 47,000 employees across 50 countries, Eurofins is a leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic testing, as well as genomics, forensics, and clinical diagnostics. Offering 200,000 analytical methods, we are committed to scientific innovation and excellence.
Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of testing and diagnostics!
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Microbiologist with experience in water system monitoring, microbiological testing, and environmental monitoring in a GMP-regulated setting. The analyst will be responsible for collecting and testing water and clean steam samples, performing environmental monitoring, and analyzing facility cleaning and in-process samples. Responsibilities could include:
Water system
- Collection of samples from the facility water and clean steam systems
- Microbiological testing of the facility and/or laboratory water purification system samples.
- GMP review of data
- Qualification and Release of Media
- Analytical testing of the facility cleaning samples and Microbial testing of facility In-Process samples
- Initiation and follow-up of exceeded alert and action limits per procedure
- Participation in the preparation of monthly trending reports
Environmental Monitoring
- Performs plate readings for all environmental monitoring samples as necessary
- Schedules and performs environmental monitoring, including unmanned Environmental Monitoring in accordance with the Sterile Operations schedule
Laboratory Support:
- Logs microbiological testing media and reagents and performs growth promotion
- Provides testing support for validation work such as for Validation Maintenance
- Provides support for third-party testing, including preparation of documents and shipment of samples, sample tracking, and documentation archiving using LabWare
- Provides Microbial Identification support, including documentation, subculturing, Gram stains (where applicable), ensuring chain of custody, review of any vendor report, and interfacing with the vendors
Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate will Have:
- Experience in a Quality Control Lab or Sterile Suite
- Familiarity with cGMP's
- Excellent communication (oral and written)
- Strong Attention to Detail
- A client-focused mindset and a commitment to exceptional service.
Minimum Qualificaitons:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology or Microbiology or Associate’s Degree with a minimum of 1 year of Microbiological experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Ability to work flexible hours at times to support business needs.
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
What to Expect in the Hiring Process:
- 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
- 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
Additional Details:
The position is full-time, Monday-Friday from 8 am-5 pm. Candidates living within a commutable distance of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.
- Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holiday
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.
We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR, and a great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our client’s quality systems and equipment.
To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
