Environmental Monitoring Technician

VGXI INC; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VGXI INC is seeking an Environmental Monitoring Technician to oversee EM activities, including microbial testing and data management within their quality control lab. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in environmental monitoring. VGXI offers a collaborative environment that supports innovation in biopharmaceutical development.

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401K Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off Including Holidays, Vacation and Sick/Personal Leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate's degree or equivalent; 1-3 years related experience preferred.
• Experience in environmental monitoring and microbial testing is essential.
• Familiarity with relevant software and documentation processes required.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring, testing, and documentation.
• Organize data, maintain records, and write reports.
• Conduct equipment calibration and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Environmental Monitoring

Microbial Testing

Documentation

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate's degree

Tools

TOC Software

EndoScan Software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

VGXI is a leading-edge CDMO dedicated to revolutionizing the biopharmaceutical industry with best-in-class nucleic acid-based products and services. We deliver manufacturing excellence in state-of-the-art facilities with the agility and scale to meet projects of all sizes to serve the global community of next-generation therapeutic developers.

If you are driven by innovation, fueled by scientific curiosity, and committed to making a positive impact on the global pharmaceutical community, you’ve come to the right place. We are always looking for quality-minded, team-oriented individuals who share our dedication to excellence. At VGXI, we’ve cultivated a workplace that people genuinely enjoy being a part of, and we take immense pride in the role they play in shaping our success story. We embrace a culture of quality in our products and in our people. Explore the possibilities, unlock your potential, and contribute to the future of Plasmid DNA manufacturing and precision medicine with VGXI.

Summary

The primary responsibility of Environmental Monitoring Technician is to perform all EM monitoring and related testing, water sampling and testing. Responsibilities also could include in-process and release testing of products manufactured at VGXI.Set-up, organization, and day-to-day operations of a Quality Control Lab are also required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

R esponsible for EM activities as follows :

· Environmental Monitoring related microbial testing

· Water sampling and analysis

· Gas Sampling and analysis

Responsible for documentation/administration as follows:

· Organizing all accumulated data

· Keeping notebooks up to date, signed, and reviewed.

· Write reports as needed and enter data in software programs.

· Writing Standard Operating Procedures and Protocols

· Investigations/Deviations

Software Skills which may include:

· TOC Software

· EndoScan Software

· PowerPoint, Excel and Word software

· Other operational software related to equipment used in EM

Other General Duties as assigned may include:

· Supply Management (stocked, ordered and labeled)

· Calibration and preventive maintenance of equipment

· Reagent preparation

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s or Associate's degree or equivalent from college or technical school; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent. A combination of education and experience with 2 or more years of experience is preferrable.

BENEFITS

At VGXI, we recognize that our employees are at the heart of our success, and we offer exceptional benefits that reflect our commitment to their well-being. Our comprehensive offerings include a range of quality benefits, available to our employees from day one (no waiting period). Benefits include:

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off Including Holidays, Vacation and Sick/Personal Leave.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

At VGXI, we are committed to recognizing and valuing you. Our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and contributions fuel innovation and allow us to success both as individuals and as a team. We have established and embrace a culture of acceptance and inclusion with equity in recruiting, hiring, developing, and investing in talented people. Our commitment to these principles supports a diverse workforce and empowers us to achieve our mission of leading the industry in producing the next generation of therapeutics to improve patients’ lives.