Junior Microbiologist

Career Site; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Site is seeking a Junior Microbiologist in North Brunswick, NJ to assist in rapid microbial testing of finished products and raw materials within the Quality Control department.

The role requires a BS/MS in Chemistry or related field, 1 year of basic microbiology techniques, and 1–3 years in a QC lab (dietary supplements/food/OTC). The position is exempt and lab-based, with regular hours and occasional extended shifts.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• 1 year experience in basic microbiology laboratory techniques.
• Minimum of 1–3 years QC lab work in dietary supplements, food or OTC manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform rapid microbial testing of finished products and raw materials.
• Conduct microbial limit testing as per USP.
• Maintain environmental monitoring program for production and lab areas.
• Prepare media and perform growth promotion testing.
• Collect and analyze cleaning validation samples and compile data.

Skills

Basic microbiology techniques

cGMP & GLP

21 CFR Part 11

MS Word

MS Excel

Documentation

Teamwork / independent work

Education

B.S./M.S. in Chemistry or related

Tools

Shimadzu LC2010

Nexera

GC2010

Thermo ICP-MS

Labsolution

Waters Empower Lab Software

Job description

Date 07/2021

Location 1200 Airport Road, North Brunswick NJ

Title Junior Microbiologist

Department Quality Control

Reports to Manager, Microbiology Laboratory

FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt) Exempt

Role Overview

The Junior Microbiologist assists in the performing of rapid microbial testing of finished products and raw materials.

Areas of Responsibility

• Microbial Limit test as per USP.
• Rapid microbial testing of finished products and raw materials using Biolumix / Soleris is an additional advantage.
• Environmental monitoring program of production and Microbiology area.
• Media preparation & Growth promotion testing.
• Collection and analysis of cleaning validation samples.
• ATCC Culture identification and population verifications.
• Recording of testing and results in appropriate logbooks and lab automation programs.
• Performs transactions for sample entry and results recording.
• Performs miscellaneous validation for basic microbiological methods where applicable.
• Compiles all data obtained from testing and observations and completes report summaries.

• Recognizes OOS or out of trend and under the direction of QC management assists in lab investigations.

• Complies with all regulatory/ in-house requirements (may include but not be limited to safety, housekeeping, laboratory chemical waste, cGMP,GLP, documentation) when performing the assigned activity.

• Must be able to work extended hours as needed and occasional weekends.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Other Responsibilities Including Safety:

• Works in a safe and responsible manner to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
• Complies with all job-related safety and other training requirements.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.

Requirements

Education & Qualification:

• BS /MS in Chemistry or related scientific disciplines
• 1 year experience in basic microbiology laboratory techniques
• Minimum of 1-3 years QC lab work experience with industry experience in dietary supplements, food or OTC manufacturing.

Certifications, Licenses, Credentials:

• N/A

Skills & Ability

• Ability to maintain integrity and honesty at all times and to communicate with transparency.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Solid understanding of cGMP's and GLP and is familiar with 21 CFR Part 11

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Good documentation practices and able to write simple, clear reports
• Meets commitments on time and practices time-management skills
• Seeks to identify continuous improvement needs
• Experience with Shimadzu LC2010, Nexera, GC2010, Thermo ICP-MS, Labsolution and Waters Empower Lab Software a plus.

Physical Requirements (lifting, etc.):

• Ability to navigate office, lab, and/or plant floor working environments.
• Uses hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, lifting to waist height and/or above shoulder height, frequent bending from the waist, or squatting, walking short distances and leaning over equipment as well as kneeling on the floor to clean under the equipment.
• Must be able to wear all PPE including a lab coat, face mask, booties, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, and respirators.
• On occasion may need to lift up to 20lbs

Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, temperature extremes, etc.):

• Work is regularly performed inside a laboratory environment where temperatures can be moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate. Employees can be exposed daily to chemicals and cleaning agents.
• May execute up to 20% of their work at the bench level either standing or sitting on a stool.
• Work performed in a standard office environment is without unpleasant or hazardous conditions.