Microbiology Laboratory Internship
PCI Pharma Services•Rockford, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Microbiology Laboratory Intern learns vital laboratory skills and assists the Microbiology Department with day-to-day testing. The intern works alongside the Senior Microbiologist and Microbiologist to support daily laboratory operations, including biological indicator testing, preparation of basic microbiological media, environmental monitoring sample collection in packaging environments, and water testing for total plate count and coliforms. This is a first-shift, Monday-through-Friday position in Rockford, Illinois.
Requirements
- Working toward a bachelor's degree in a related field.
- College-level math skills.
- Advanced computer skills, including the ability to perform complex computer tasks and operate various computer programs.
- Full professional proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing for professional needs.
- High reasoning ability, including solving practical problems with limited standardization and interpreting instructions provided in various forms.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to effectively present information to various people as the job requires.
- Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
- Ability to display original thinking and creativity.
- Ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner.
Responsibilities
- Learn the day-to-day operations of the Microbiology Laboratory and assist microbiologists with daily testing activities, including biological indicator, total plate count, and coliform testing.
- Prepare basic microbiological media and pour plates for microbiologists to use in testing.
- Perform environmental monitoring testing in various packaging environments using testing equipment.
- Learn technical writing requirements for working in a laboratory/GMP environment.
- Support daily laboratory activities, including washing dishes, operating the dishwasher, putting away supplies and reagents, and operating the autoclave.
- Follow PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, and rules.
- Maintain attendance at work as an essential function of the position.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- Health insurance coverage, including dental and vision.
- Flexible spending account.
- 401(k).
- Eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
