Microbiologist

Mindlance; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruiting company is seeking a candidate for a microbiology position in Andover, Massachusetts. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology or a related field and 0-2 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, particularly in quality control microbiology. Candidates should have familiarity with traditional microbiological techniques and be motivated to work in a fast-paced team environment. Proficiency in MS Word and Excel is also necessary for this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience in biopharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with cGMP would be beneficial.
• Understanding of experimental design and scientific methodology.

Skills

Bioburden

Microbiology experience

LAL testing

cGMP

Documentation of validations

Experimental design

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Biology or related scientific discipline

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at http://www.mindlance.com.

Job Description

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Biology or related scientific discipline. Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience in biopharmaceutical industry, preferably working in a quality control microbiology laboratory. Familiarity with cGMP would be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of traditional microbiological techniques such as spread plating, pour plating, bioburden (membrane filtration) and/or endotoxin (LAL) testing.
• Familiarity with documentation and execution of microbiological method validations would be a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• Understanding of experimental design and scientific methodology in order to plan studies, interpret results, and draw conclusions.
• Ability to plan and prioritize concurrent assignments/activities.
• Highly motivated individual who receives minimal supervision on routine assignments.
• Capability and desire to work as a team member in a fast paced environment.

Top critical skills: Bioburden, Microbiology experience.

Experience required: 0-2 years.

Additional Information

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