QC Microbiologist

Actalent • Easton, MD

357d • $27 - $37

About The Position

Under minimal direction, the QC Microbiologist performs raw material testing, finished product testing, stability testing, water testing, environmental monitoring, equipment cleaning sample testing, media handling, growth promotion of media, microbial identification, and other microbial testing as needed.

Requirements

• B.S. in microbiology, biology, or related life science.
• Experience in conducting stability studies.
• Batch record review experience.
• Conducting root cause analysis of OOS, deviations, or complaints.
• Audit experience.
• Method qualification and validation experience.

Nice To Haves

• Environmental monitoring
• Microbiology
• Stability testing
• Raw material testing
• In-process analysis
• Aseptic technique
• Quality control
• GMP
• Laboratory skills
• Microbial testing
• Media handling
• Microbial identification
• Certificates of Analysis
• Water testing
• Streak samples
• Incubation
• Stability studies
• Batch record review

Responsibilities

• Routine Microbial Examination Testing (raw materials, finished products, and water systems).
• Conduct routine testing to support internal groups.
• Cleaning Swab Samples Testing.
• Environmental Monitoring executed, as needed.
• Work is completed in accordance with GLP and cGMP documentation practices.
• Write, update, and evaluate test results.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis for materials and finished products.
• Follow Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned or as business needs require.
• Work overtime and weekends when required.
• Perform microbial examination tests for equipment cleaning.
• Streak samples and incubation of plates.
• Perform microbial counts and microorganism identification.
• Report results on data sheets and generate Certificates of Analysis.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees