Microbiologist I

Bureau Veritas • Milford, OH

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About The Position

The Microbiologist is responsible for performing routine testing within the laboratory; ensuring compliance with cGMP systems including SOPs, test methods, and protocols; reviewing multiple sources and types of data; and assisting in investigations. The Microbiologist will interact with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Client Services, and Sample Administration, as well as auditors and inspectors. In addition, the Microbiologist must promote a culture aligned with ATL’s values, drive the completion of the tasks and assignments on time, and be able to positively react to change and lead change as necessary. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be able to work independently, have excellent scheduling abilities, and be able to rapidly accept and apply process changes.

Requirements

• Comfortable using equipment such as balances, incubators, and pipettors
• Strong basic math skills to perform routine calculations
• Good attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping
• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or other life science
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer 1+ year of laboratory experience
• Prefer experience with basic MS Office programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Utilize fundamentals of microbial testing, including good aseptic technique, sanitizing surfaces and equipment, precisely weighing products to create sample dilutions, etc.
• Operate balances, pipettes, stomacher, water baths, etc.
• Perform routine lab maintenance as necessary, including stocking of consumable materials, placing order for materials, storing samples properly, and maintaining and organized lab space.
• Perform daily calibrations of instrumentation as needed.
• Complete necessary documentation in associated logbooks and data collection sheets following GDP/ALCOA guidelines.
• Work with colleagues in the lab to balance the many duties across multiple laboratory spaces.
• Utilize safe biowaste disposal practices in accordance with site regulations.
• Handle other essential tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees