Microbiologist I

Microbiologist I M / F (29289)

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What We’re Looking For :

The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting biological assays of clinical and / or commercial product raw materials, production in-process samples, finished product, environmental monitoring samples, process & cleaning validation samples, and components.

These assays are qualitative, quantitative, and investigational in nature and are performed in compliance with USP, FDA, and other regulatory body requirements, Guerbet’s standard operating procedures, and approved license requirements.

Results are compared with specifications and documented. This position is located at our Raleigh, NC site, Monday-Friday, 6am-3pm.

Your Role :

As a part of your responsibilities, you will be expected to :

Conduct biological assays of various samples including raw materials, production intermediate and bulk samples, finished product, environmental monitoring samples, process & cleaning validation samples, package samples, and components.

Environmental monitoring will be a key component of your day-to-day role.

Perform laboratory assays including particulate testing, growth promotion of media, sterility testing, raw material testing, bioburden, membrane filtration, plate reading, endotoxin testing, and environmental monitoring.

Work in a team environment to support internal and external customer microbiology testing services.

Take initiative and seek out additional assignments.

Identify basic technical issues, atypical or out-of-specifications test results, instrument malfunctions, and methodology problems and initiate the investigation process.

Be accountable for the accuracy and validity of testing results.

Perform mathematical calculations, interpret results, and record observations.

Maintain all related records, prepare and record media, buffers, and reagents, etc., and maintain the work area in a neat and orderly manner.

Assist in coordinating the testing activities of the group.

Assist in maintaining inventory and reconciliation of laboratory supplies and assist in protocol execution when needed.

Your Background : Education

Education

A BS or BA in a biological science related major with 0-3 year’s pharmaceutical microbiology laboratory experience is required / preferred.

Experience

• Good interpersonal and verbal / written communication skills are preferred. The ability to use a computer for data analysis, perform multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy and precision, and follow directions is essential.
• Previous experience in a lab setting is preferred.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory safety, material safety, working knowledge of cGMPs, GLPs, and FDA requirements is necessary. The candidate should be self-motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, and team-oriented.

Other skills include the ability to perform kinetic LAL, gel-clot LAL, environmental monitoring, filtration, aseptic technique, and particulate testing.

Effective communication with both team members and other plant support groups is crucial.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Please see attached job description.

or you can also call this number +19843443717

WHY GUERBET?

4 weeks of PTO

Insurance benefits start date of hire

Competitive 4% 401K match + 2% profit sharing contribution

Tuition reimbursement program for ongoing education

Paid time off for select volunteer opportunities