Position Summary

The Microbiologist II will provide support to the Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory. The Microbiologist II will work closely with the Microbiologist I and II personnel.

Job Responsibilities

• Effectively follow SOPs and company policies
• Perform various product and /or process testing for control and assurance of quality products including but not limited to testing for presence of endotoxin, sterility testing bioburden testing on environmental and product samples.
• Microbial Identification
• Conduct routine environmental monitoring, including but not limited to surface, active air, passive air, water for injection, and personnel.
• Capture, record, analyze, and archive raw data
• Assist in trending of data
• Perform OOT and OOS investigations
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems
• Review data obtained for compliance to specifications and reports abnormalities
• Apply knowledge of good manufacturing practices and good laboratory practices on a daily basis
• Assist in training and direction of Microbiologist I.
• Perform duties and responsibilities as requested by Microbiologists III and Manager of Microbiology.
• This position may be involved with the transportation and handling of hazardous waste.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; in microbiology preferred.

Experience Requirements

• 3 years in a scientific lab setting preferred (includes educational, research, or qc labs)
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques
• Knowledge of how to maintain an aseptic environment
• Knowledge of cGMP
• Experience in activities pertaining to aseptic manufacturing
• Ability to multi-task; work under pressure and time constraints
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changes in task priority
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work positively and collaboratively a MUST