Position Summary :

The Microbiology Associate will be part of the Microbiology Department responsible for the testing and support for the Microbiology Laboratory in support of a Contract Manufacturing biotechnology facility and Process Development.

Responsibilities includes laboratory support, program testing, reporting of results, execution of protocols.

This person is responsible for the aspects of the following programs as directed by management :

• Environmental Monitoring (Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Surface Viable)
• Clean Utility Monitoring (Water Sampling, Bioburden, Conductivity, TOC, Coliform
• and Nitrates)
• Compressed Gas Monitoring (Collection, Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Dragger
• Tests and specific ID tests)
• Product Testing (Bioburden, Endotoxin, Host Purity, or Non-Host)
• Media Release
• Laboratory Support

Additional Responsibilities :

• Makes detailed observations and carries out elementary data analysis.
• Understands monitoring programs and methods and conducts troubleshooting analysis.
• Working knowledge of sampling equipment and testing instruments.
• Documentation and technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of current regulations and scientific literature.
• Ensures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemical and biohazards used in the laboratory. Ensures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas;

adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biology or related technological field of science.
• BS and 1-2 years of experience or MS and 0-1 years of experience

Last updated : 2024-05-12