Microbiology Technologist

About the position

NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry's premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.

Responsibilities

• May perform routine test article/product preparation and execute routine testing and perform routine calculations per NAMSA SOPs and work instructions.
• Accurately collects and records raw data in logbooks and on worksheets.
• May be responsible for checking laboratory equipment, being on-call and respond to continuous monitoring alarms as applicable.
• May be required to perform required specific testing as applicable.
• May be required to operate specified laboratory equipment.
• May perform Environmental Monitoring, clean and disinfect cleanroom suites (required as applicable).
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required and at least 2 years of experience, or Bachelor degree and no experience.
• Sound judgment with effective decision making skills and the ability to solve problems or escalate as needed.
• Awareness of applicable guidelines and regulations including, but not limited to USP, ISO, CTFA, FSA.
• Knowledge of metric system, NAMSA GLP and/or GMP testing, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation.
• Ability to work in GLP/GMP environment.