Microbiologist Lab Tech

Hayward Laboratories • East Stroudsburg, PA

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About The Position

The QC Microbiologist is responsible for performing all microbial testing in an accurate, consistent and precise manor. Job Functions Employee is to perform microbial content testing on raw materials, in process bulk and finished product samples Employee is to maintain documentation and records of the above testing in a computer to prepare report Employee is to analyze, interpret, and compile data in result report(s) for completed testing on raw materials, in-process bulk, and finished product samples. Employee is to prepare and maintain microorganism cultures in the microbiology lab Employee is to control lab supplies inventory. Employee is to endeavor to acquire new technology related to microbiology Employee is to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Microbiology or equivalent science courses is mandatory.
• Basic knowledge of aseptic techniques, media preparation and culture maintenance
• Knowledge of current FDA, USP, EU and ISO test procedures
• Be able to set up, adjust, calibrate, clean maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment including autoclave.
• Media preparation, culture maintenance, culture and media waste disposal
• Must be able to work in a fasted paced environment, handle multiple tasks and effectively prioritize.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• perform microbial content testing on raw materials, in process bulk and finished product samples
• maintain documentation and records of the above testing in a computer to prepare report
• analyze, interpret, and compile data in result report(s) for completed testing on raw materials, in-process bulk, and finished product samples
• prepare and maintain microorganism cultures in the microbiology lab
• control lab supplies inventory
• endeavor to acquire new technology related to microbiology
• perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level