Microbiologist II

SGS; Swineshead; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Microbiologist II to conduct a range of microbiology analyses and to act as study director, ensuring all work complies with GMP/GLP/ISO and client specifications.

The role includes training incoming staff, participating in SOP/protocol approvals, and maintaining thorough documentation in notebooks and LIMS. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology and 5+ years in a regulated lab.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment.
• Experience with sterility testing (USP71).
• Thorough knowledge of scientific principles.
• Maintains orderly work area.

Responsibilities

• Conducts analyses of samples according to USP, EP ASTM, AOAC, FDA, EPA, or client procedures.
• Prepares media and reagents for microbiological analyses.
• Schedules analyses to meet deadlines and ensure thorough testing.
• Practices aseptic techniques and lab disinfection per SOPs.
• Maintains accurate records following SOPs and CGMP.
• Mentors and trains new microbiologists as needed.
• Documents activities in accordance with cGMP.

Skills

5+ years of experience

Sterility testing

Recordkeeping

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related sciences

Job description

The Microbiologist II will conduct a variety of specific test methods, and as study director is responsible for conducting all studies both according to applicable standards and regulations (GMP/GLP/ISO) and according to clients' specifications. Microbiologist II also plays a key role within the department by helping to train incoming staff and by participating in the approval process for SOPs/protocols.

• Prepares media and reagents required for the conduct of microbiological analyses
• Conducts analyses of samples in accordance with USP, EP ASTM, AOAC, FDA, EPA, or other compendia procedures, procedures supplied by the client, and other non-routine procedures as encountered
• Schedules analyses so that completion deadlines are met but also so that analyses are thoroughly and thoughtfully conducted
• Practices aseptic techniques and disinfection per laboratory SOPs
• Responsible for accurate and timely recordkeeping, diligently following standards for analysis and SOPs
• Accountable for quality assurance tasks vital to the position, including, but not limited to, lab area monitoring, media qualification, incubator, instrument and equipment calibration, and maintenance and sterilization procedures
• Access appropriate technical references and document data in notebooks and LIMS
• Data entry, receiving/returning calls, sending/receiving information, copying of documents, processing assignments
• Mentor and train new microbiologists as needed
• Documents activities in accordance with cGMP

• Maintains orderly work area
• Bachelors degree in Microbiology or related sciences required;
• 5+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment.
• Experience with sterility testing (USP71)
• Thorough knowledge of scientific principles

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Salary: $28.00/Hour

Our Benefits We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs
• Wealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target
• Happiness:
• Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)