Microbiologist II

Bureau Veritas•Milford, CT

50d•$22

About The Position

The Microbiologist II 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
Prefer experience with basic MS Office programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Problem solving and process improvement ability
Possess and demonstrate written and verbal communication skills
Organization and time management skills
Ability to perform multiple tasks
Ability to prioritize individual workload to meet or exceed deadlines
Individual and team work ethic
Attention to detail
Technical aptitude
Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or other life science
Prefer 1+ year of laboratory experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

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 as well as more advanced analytical equipment.
Prepares a variety of samples for testing using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications, in a limited scope.
Conducts testing or analyzes a variety of consumer products for basic bench analysis and analytical instrumentation using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications appropriate to the sample, in a limited scope.
Evaluate test results data, with direction.
Participate with senior staff in client meetings / visits, when appropriate.
Identify and troubleshoot technical issues in a limited scope.
Interpret and apply industry standards within a limited scope and with direction.
Offer problem resolution, as applicable, for any client issues/questions identified, while aiming to enhance client satisfaction and improving client relations.
Interface with senior staff for direction on interpretations pertaining to compliance and standards.
Provide feedback to department manager regarding departmental systems, processes and recommendations for improvements and meeting department / quality objectives.
Maintain test equipment, supplies, lab cleanliness and analytical instrumentation, in a limited scope.
Assist with department testing in other areas, with direction, as required.
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.