QC Microbiologist I

Kite Pharma • Santa Monica, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description We are looking for a Quality Control Microbiologist I at our Santa Monica facility. Shift Tuesday to Saturday days

Requirements

• Basic Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).
• Basic Knowledge of general Microbiology techniques such as Gram staining, aseptic technique, and plate streaking technique.
• Knowledge of USP and other regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Bachelor’s OR Associate and 2+ years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 3+ years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

• Prior Quality Control Microbiology laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience in aseptic techniques and clean room operations.
• Ability to gown for entry into Aseptic core and supporting areas, and lift approximately 25 lbs.
• Knowledge of GMP, SOPs, LIMS, and quality control processes for clinical manufacturing.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
• Ability to be flexible with schedule and work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review environmental monitoring of cleanrooms including surface, viable air, non-viable air, and personnel monitoring.
• Perform microbiological testing of raw material, in process, final product, protocol/validation-related, and critical utility samples.
• Collect water samples to ensure all sample collected per schedule.
• Performs bioburden testing of water and product.
• Prepares growth promotion and other applicable nutrient substrate media qualification.
• Data entry and data trend as needed.
• Assist in investigations regarding out of specifications (OOS) results, address and manage deviations related to micro procedures.
• Routine maintenance of lab equipment and lab spaces.
• Conducts procedure updates in QC lab and GMP reviews of logbooks.
• Coordinates waste management, LEAN and 5S efforts as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.
• Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees