Associate Microbiologist

North American Science Associates•Irvine, CA

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About The Position

The Associate Microbiologist independently prepares routine test articles and products, conducts routine testing and calculations according to NAMSA standard operating procedures and work instructions, and may help prepare test specifications based on applicable standards or client instructions. The role includes reviewing incoming test articles and paperwork, recording raw data accurately, monitoring laboratory equipment and responding to alarms as required, and communicating concerns to management. Depending on testing needs, the Associate may perform gowning and environmental testing, submit organisms for identification and trending, operate laboratory equipment such as autoclaves and depyrogenation ovens, conduct Kinetic-Chromogenic LAL testing, and perform environmental monitoring and cleanroom cleaning and disinfection. The position requires working in a GLP/GMP environment and may involve client contact.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 years of experience, or a bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience.
Sound judgment, effective decision-making skills, and the ability to solve problems or escalate issues as needed.
Awareness of applicable guidelines and regulations, including USP, ISO, CTFA, and FSA.
Knowledge of the metric system, NAMSA GLP and/or GMP testing, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation.
Ability to work in a GLP/GMP environment.
Ability to maintain the physical condition needed for prolonged walking, standing, or sitting.
Ability to use a computer keyboard extensively and operate computer equipment.

Responsibilities

Independently prepare routine test articles and products, execute routine testing, and perform routine calculations according to NAMSA SOPs and applicable work instructions.
Prepare or participate in preparing test specifications in accordance with applicable standards and client instructions.
Have direct client contact as needed.
Review incoming test articles and paperwork for appropriateness and accuracy, and escalate concerns to management as required.
Collect and record raw data accurately in logbooks and on worksheets.
Check laboratory equipment and, when applicable, be on call and respond to continuous monitoring alarms in accordance with SOP criteria.
Perform personal gowning environmental testing and submit organisms from gowning, environmental, and sterility test positives for identification and monthly trending, as applicable.
Operate autoclaves, depyrogenation ovens, and other specified laboratory equipment, as applicable.
Perform Kinetic-Chromogenic LAL testing, as applicable.
Perform environmental monitoring and clean and disinfect cleanroom suites, as applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.