Microbiologist

Consumer Product Testing Company; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumer Product Testing Company in New Jersey is seeking a detail-oriented microbiology technician to perform microbial limits, preservative efficacy, and water testing, ensuring data integrity under cGMP/GLP guidelines.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, document procedures, and maintain accurate records while working from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or related field required, with experience in regulated environments a plus.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Microbiology or related field required.
• Experience in a cGMP/GLP environment is a plus.
• Strong communication and data integrity skills.

Responsibilities

• Microbial Limits testing and validation
• Preservative Efficacy testing
• Water testing
• Microbial identification
• Peer review data for accuracy, data integrity, and protocol compliance

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Data documentation

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time. Base Hours: 8:30AM - 5:00PM Monday through Friday

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and meet the educational and experience requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Microbial Limits testing and validation
• Preservative Efficacy testing
• Water testing
• Microbial identification
• Peer review data as required for accuracy, data integrity, and protocol compliance

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• B.S. in Microbiology or related field required.
• Experience in a cGMP/GLP environment will be considered a plus.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Evidence of a strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate multi-disciplinary teams.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Demonstrated attention to detail by following procedures and ensuring accuracy in documentation and data in compliance with cGMP/GLP, corporate and industry standards.
• Must have initiative and problem solving / analytical skills
• Must have proficient computer skills in the following: Windows Word, and Excel
• Must be organized, flexible, and able to work independently.
• Applicant should possess the ability to organize and maintain all data for assigned projects and ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with other team members.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

On an average 8-hour day this position requires the ability to walk, sit and stand, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms at or above shoulder height and below waist height, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch; talk, hear, and smell. Specific vision requirements including reading of written documents, visual inspection of materials and use of computer monitor screen frequently.