Microbiologist Manager

Status: Full-time
 FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
 Department: Admin

• Daily monitoring of sample scheduling to ensure that samples are analyzed within EPA's and methods’ holding time
• Schedule workload in order to report data within clients’ expected due dates
• Routine sample preparation and analysis according to Standard Methods 846 and EPA methods
• Performs analyst's review of data and QC
• Reviews of QA/QC criteria for batch acceptance
• Improve production strains by molecular biological methods and by traditional mutagenesis and screening.
• Identify and evolve enzymes for increased activity, specificity and selectivity.
• Determine and understand metabolic or reaction pathways and genetically engineer those pathways for improved culture performance and/or to produce new APIs.
• Person will be responsible for but not limit to: a variety of high-complexity, clinical laboratory testing in Molecular biology or Genomic environment.
• Optimize sample preparation, real time PCR and RT-PCR assays for the Gene Expert platform based on design input requirements
• Help develop strategies for development of complex in vitro diagnostic tests
• Prepare and purify DNA and RNA for analysis as appropriate
• Experience with the operation of fluorescence microscopy is a plus.
• Experience with air samples, surface samples, food testing, bacteriology, and mycology is desirable.
• Experience with USP 797 environmental testing, Efficacy Testing, and Biology a plus.
• Preparation and analysis of environmental samples for bacteria and fungi
• Reading and identifying fungi in spore trap and tape samples

Qualifications:

• Four year college in biology or related field Required (masters or PhD preferred)
• Professional Experience in a chemistry position
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment
• CA State Drivers license and good driving record Preferred not required. 
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle of van size for deliveries and pick-ups for extended periods of time.
• Ability to use software applications including MS Word and Excel to perform Data Entry
• The ability to provide excellent customer service and handle client telephone calls in a courteous manner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have accurate data entry skills
• A minimum typing speed of 40-45 WPM
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Must have strong problem solving skills
• Requires a strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires the ability to use computer, keyboard, and operate office equipment.
• Regular activities include frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting and climbing stairs
• Requires close visual acuity for viewing a computer screen and reading, preparing and analyzing data
• Ability to speak, hear, and communicate clearly while handling telephone calls and customer requests
• Requires repetitive motions of the wrists, hands and fingers for typing at a standard keyboard
• The ability to lift 30 pounds on a frequent basis.