QC Microbiologist

Company Description

The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth.

We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable.

From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services.

It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

If you're looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today!

Job Description

• Collects samples for Environmental monitoring (EM) and Utilities monitoring (UM). Responsible for all sample collection and logistics as needed.
• Coordinates testing materials and supplies needed for testing
• Performs Basic Microbiology laboratory testing following standard procedures for all samples, including but not limited to all in-process samples, raw materials, EM and utilities samples for Bioburden, Endotoxin, plate reading, and microbial identification
• Performs sterility testing, isolator qualification and routine operations and maintenance
• Sample and data entry into LIMS system
• Reviews general lab testing results
• Troubleshoots routine assays
• General laboratory support and laboratory maintenance in a cGMP laboratory including maintaining laboratory supplies needed for operations, maintenance of analytical instruments, purchasing and receiving of laboratory supplies (media, kits, etc.)
• Ensures CAPAs are being followed in the laboratory areas
• Notifies client management and assists with the initiation of events (such as deviations) in the quality systems

Qualifications

BASIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• BA / BS in scientific discipline
• At least 6 months of environmental monitoring and bioburden experience
• At least 1yearof basic GLP laboratory experience
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, GDP requirements
• Knowledgeable in basic sciences and Microbiology laboratory methods and procedures

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• BS within Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology
• 2+ years of Intermediate experience in a GMP QC Microbiology Laboratory, knowledge of all compendial test methods (Bioburden, Endotoxin, sterility testing) preferred
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Experience with microbial ID systems (MALDI, MicroSeq)

Additional Information

Position is Full Time, First Shift - some evening and weekend work may be required as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Holly Springs, NC are encouraged to apply.

What we offer :

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases

Eurofins is aM / F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.