Microbiology Lab Scientist - GMP Biopharma, 12-Hour Shifts

CA03 BioVectra Inc.; Windsor; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Agilent Technologies, via BIOVECTRA, is seeking a microbiology-focused professional in Windsor, Nova Scotia, to perform microbial testing and environmental monitoring on a rotating day/night schedule.

You will record results with data integrity, maintain lab quality, and support inventory. Minimum BSc in Microbiology with 2 years of experience and cGMP exposure are required; bioburden testing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or equivalent.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques.
• Two years of Microbiology experience.
• cGMP experience.
• Pharmaceutical industrial experience knowledge of Speciation.
• Ability to interpret and analyze microbiological data.
• Familiar with SOPs.
• Use of equipment: incubators, autoclave and Vitec.
• Prioritization and time management skills.
• Effective interpersonal and team skills.
• Desire: Bioburden testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Twelve-hour rotating shifts of days and nights.
• Perform microbiological tests (identification, bioburden, growth promotion) per USP <61>, <62> on samples.
• Record, analyze, and report test results with data integrity and traceability.
• Ensure testing and documentation comply with GMP and regulations.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and analyze related samples.
• Maintain cleanliness of the lab.
• Participate in inventory and sample management.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Data interpretation

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Bioburden testing experience

Education

Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

Tools

Incubators

Autoclave

Vitec

Job description

Agilent Technologies, via BIOVECTRA, is seeking a microbiology-focused professional in Windsor, Nova Scotia, to perform microbial testing and environmental monitoring on a rotating day/night schedule.

You will record results with data integrity, maintain lab quality, and support inventory. Minimum BSc in Microbiology with 2 years of experience and cGMP exposure are required; bioburden testing is a plus.