Microbiologist - Aequor : Job Details

Microbiologist

6 Months Contract

East Syracuse, NY

Work Arrangement: 100% onsite

Shift: First Shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of aseptic technique, environmental monitoring, and microbiological Quality Control testing and procedures preferred.
• Has excellent manual dexterity and aseptic technique.
• Has ability to complete sampling or testing assignments in a timely and compliant manner, with minimal supervision.
• Perform limited interpretation of data.
• Demonstrate ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and complete assignments in a timely and compliant manner, with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of cGMPs and compendia testing required.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ideal candidates will have some experience or knowledge with the following skills and/or experience:

• Aseptic Technique
• BioSafety Cabinets (BSC)
• Knowledge about bioburden or endotoxin testing
• GDP and GLP exp
• PCR or Molecular chain testing

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications

• B.S. degree in Biological Sciences or related field with 0-3 years of QC microbiology laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Other Requirements:

• OT may be requested on an ad hoc basis.
• Candidate will be required to report onsite.
• Some weekend and Holiday time required as needed.

Role Overview:

The Microbiological Control (MC) Laboratory supports the onsite small scale commercial manufacturing facility. The QC Microbiology Laboratory Technician conducts routine microbiological laboratory testing of raw materials and products for in-process, release and stability samples in compliance with methods, procedures, protocols and regulatory requirements. The QC Microbiology Laboratory technician performs lab analysis of environmental and utility samples and identification of microorganisms according to defined procedures.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analysis of samples, using aseptic technique, following established procedures and in full compliance with official compendia, health authority regulations, and established policies.
• Conduct qualification of methods and/or other laboratory studies, according to scientific protocols.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed and documents results, according to good documentation practices and established procedures as well as perform data entry into LIMS.
• Assist with review of worksheets, as assigned.
• Assists in the investigation of OOS results in areas of assigned responsibility.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments, while ensuring the reliability of instrumentation through proper maintenance, with ability to troubleshoot minor issues.
• Must analyze, evaluate, and interpret data, notifying clients of results, and assisting to resolve issues, if applicable. Identify opportunities for workflow and procedural improvements.
• Promotes quality, safety and health, by ensuring clean work area, and adherence to procedures and safety culture.
• Must participate in continuous improvement using lean principles to assist with streamlining and making the laboratory efficient.
• Work schedule includes weekends and holidays.

Comments / Special Instructions

• This position will be 100% onsite at the Client East Syracuse location.
• Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM; weekends and holidays as needed.

Ideal candidates will have some experience or knowledge with the following skills and/or experience:

• Aseptic Technique
• BioSafety Cabinets (BSC)
• Knowledge about bioburden or endotoxin testing
• GDP and GLP exp
• PCR or Molecular chain testing