Microbiologist II

SGS; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Microbiologist II in Lincolnshire, IL. The role will conduct a variety of test methods and serve as study director, ensuring all studies comply with GMP/GLP/ISO and client specifications.

Responsibilities include preparing media, performing analyses per USP, EP, ASTM and other compendia, mentoring staff, and contributing to SOP approvals. Strong quality systems and cGMP documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related sciences required.
• 5+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment.
• Experience with sterility testing (USP <71>).
• Thorough knowledge of scientific principles

Responsibilities

• Prepares media and reagents required for microbiological analyses
• Conducts analyses of samples per USP, EP ASTM, AOAC, FDA, EPA, or client procedures
• Schedules analyses to meet deadlines while ensuring thorough testing
• Practices aseptic techniques and disinfection per laboratory SOPs
• Maintains accurate recordkeeping and follows SOPs
• Quality assurance tasks: lab monitoring, media qualification, calibration and maintenance
• Mentor and train new microbiologists
• Documents activities per cGMP
• Maintains orderly work area

Skills

Sterility testing

Scientific principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related sciences

Job description

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.

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

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Microbiology or related sciences required;
• 5+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment.
• Experience with sterility testing (USP <71>)
• Thorough knowledge of scientific principles

Additional Information

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)

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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