Microbiology Analyst I — GMP Lab, Growth & Learning

Cambrex Corp.; Agawam (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambrex Corp. in Agawam, MA is seeking a Microbiology Analyst I to join the microbiology center of excellence. You will support the microbiology team with aseptic techniques, pour plating, membrane filtration, dilutions, and staining, along with general lab maintenance and client interaction.

The role requires a BA/BS in a related field with 0–2+ years of laboratory experience. Work involves routine testing, documentation, and adherence to SOPs and cGMP guidelines.

Qualifications

• Related BA/BS degree with 0–2+ years laboratory experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and interacts appropriately and effectively with clients
• Perform testing per written instruction on a variety of internal and client sample types
• Identifies technical or system problems and brings them to the appropriate personnel for resolution
• Perform routine clean up and required maintenance of the lab
• Prepare and maintain a supply of disinfectant solutions
• Ensure the lab is fully supplied with routine materials needed for testing
• Perform routine monitoring of laboratory
• Maintain supply of stock cultures
• Perform a variety of microbiological testing as assigned (i.e. pour-plating, membrane filtration, dilutions, basic staining, growth promotion testing, plate enumeration, morphological assessment)
• Meets standards for basic aseptic techniques
• Accurately perform laboratory writeups and data entry activities
• Document all activities and ensure accuracy prior to submission for review
• Perform basic preventive maintenance activities on equipment
• Continue to learn microbiology techniques, procedures, and equipment use
• Assist with the preparation of microbiological media and maintenance of bacterial cultures

Skills

Good lab techniques

GMP knowledge

SOP compliance

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Team player

Good communication

Time management

Education

BA/BS degree in related field

Job description

Cambrex Corp. in Agawam, MA is seeking a Microbiology Analyst I to join the microbiology center of excellence. You will support the microbiology team with aseptic techniques, pour plating, membrane filtration, dilutions, and staining, along with general lab maintenance and client interaction.

The role requires a BA/BS in a related field with 0–2+ years of laboratory experience. Work involves routine testing, documentation, and adherence to SOPs and cGMP guidelines.