Microbiologist II (12 hour nights, 6p-6a)

Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC; Lenoir (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC is seeking a Microbiologist II for a 12-hour night shift (6p-6a) to support the Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory. You will work with Microbiologist I and II staff and perform endotoxin, sterility, and bioburden testing, environmental monitoring, and data trending.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in microbiology, 3 years in a scientific lab, and strong aseptic technique and GMP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in microbiology is required.
• 3 years in a scientific lab setting preferred (education, research, or QC labs).
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of maintaining an aseptic environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and company policies.
• Perform testing for endotoxin, sterility, and bioburden in product/process samples.
• Microbial identification as needed.
• Environmental monitoring of surfaces, air, water for injection, and personnel.
• Capture, record, analyze, and archive raw data; assist in data trending.
• Assist in training Microbiologist I.
• Review data for compliance to specifications; report abnormalities.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Apply GMP/BPL knowledge daily.
• Perform duties as requested by senior micro staff and manager.
• Possible handling of hazardous waste.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Maintain aseptic environment

cGMP knowledge

Multitasking

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology

Job description

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Microbiologist II (12 hour nights, 6p-6a)

Position Summary

TheMicrobiologist II will provide support to the Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory. The Microbiologist II will work closely with the Microbiologist I and II personnel.

Job Responsibilities

• Effectively follow SOPs and company policies


• Perform various product and /or process testing for control and assurance of quality products including but not limited to testing for presence of endotoxin, sterility testing bioburden testing on environmental and product samples.


• Microbial Identification


• Conduct routine environmental monitoring, including but not limited to surface, active air, passive air, water for injection, and personnel.


• Capture, record, analyze, and archive raw data


• Assist in trending of data


• Perform OOT and OOS investigations


• Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems


• Review data obtained for compliance to specifications and reports abnormalities


• Apply knowledge of good manufacturing practices and good laboratory practices on a daily basis


• Assist in training and direction of Microbiologist I.


• Perform duties and responsibilities as requested by Microbiologists III and Manager of Microbiology.


• This position may be involved with the transportation and handling of hazardous waste.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; in microbiology preferred.

Experience Requirements

• 3 years in a scientific lab setting preferred (includes educational, research, or qc labs)


• Knowledge of aseptic techniques


• Knowledge of how to maintain an aseptic environment


• Knowledge of cGMP


• Experience in activities pertaining to aseptic manufacturing


• Ability to multi-task; work under pressure and time constraints


• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changes in task priority


• Excellent communication skills and ability to work positively and collaboratively a MUST