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

Exela Pharma Sciences; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Exela Pharma Sciences in North Carolina is seeking a Microbiologist II to support the Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory. This 12-hour night shift (6p-6a) will work closely with the senior microbiologists.

The role covers endotoxin testing, sterility, environmental monitoring, data capture, and investigations into OOT/OOS while adhering to cGMP and GLP.

Qualifications

• 3 years in a scientific lab setting preferred (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.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and company policies.
• Perform various product and/or process testing for quality control including endotoxin testing, sterility testing, and bioburden on environmental and product samples.
• Microbial Identification.
• Conduct routine environmental monitoring (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 report 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.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Aseptic environment maintenance

cGMP knowledge

Aseptic manufacturing experience

Multi-tasking under pressure

Adaptability to changing priorities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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