Microbiology Specialist I (Wednesday-Saturday, 2nd Shift)

KBI Biopharma•Durham, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for supporting microbiological programs and testing activities for processes, instruments and equipment. Ensures the effective use of material, equipment and personnel while developing products and processes at high quality levels. This person is responsible for the aspects of the following programs as directed by management: Environmental Monitoring (Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Surface Viable), Clean Utility Monitoring (Water Sampling, Bioburden, Conductivity, TOC, Coliform and Nitrates), Compressed Gas Monitoring (Collection, Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Dragger Tests and specific ID tests), Product Testing (Bioburden, Endotoxin, Host Purity, or Non-Host), Media Release, and Laboratory Support. It is the expectation that this position is required to be onsite full time. Additionally, this position should be in the laboratory a minimum of 40%.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of 5 – 7 years of technical management experience; or a master’s degree with 3 – 5 years or a Doctorate degree in Microbiology study and 1 – 3 years related experience and/or equivalent training preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilizes technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to program goals.
May perform testing when required.
Understands monitoring programs and methods and conducts troubleshooting analysis.
Develop and execute method verifications and qualification protocols and investigations are performed appropriately. May execute testing when required.
Makes detailed observations and carries out advanced data analysis.
Qualified trainer for the Quality Microbiology team and performs training for staff on programs as needed.
Familiarity with current regulations and scientific literature.
Maintains current state of training prior to execution of tasks.
Ensures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemical and biohazards used in the laboratory.
Ensures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste.
Execute and review routine Microbial Laboratory work.