Microbiology Lab Intern — Hands-On GMP Experience

PCI Pharma Services; Illinois; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance (including dental and

Flexible spending account

401(k)

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in Rockford, IL is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory Intern to learn vital microbiology skills and assist in the daily testing under the guidance of the Senior Microbiologist.

Responsibilities include preparing basic microbiology media, performing biological indicator, total plate count and coliform testing, conducting environmental monitoring, and helping ensure GMP-compliant lab operations.

Qualifications

• Working towards Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• College Level Math Skills.
• Advanced Computer Skills: Ability to perform the most complex computer tasks and operate various computer programs.
• Full Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write fluently and accurately on all levels pertinent to professional needs.
• High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms.

Responsibilities

• Learn day-to-day operations of the Microbiology Laboratory and assist Microbiologists in daily testing activities (biological indicator, total plate count, coliform testing, etc).
• Preparation of basic microbiological medium to be used in testing in addition to preparing poured plates for the Microbiologists to be used in testing.
• Perform environmental monitoring testing in various packaging environments with various testing equipment.
• Understanding technical writing requirements for working in a Laboratory/GMP environment.
• Assist in the day-to-day Laboratory activities such as washing dishes, operating the dishwasher, putting away supplies/reagents, operation of the autoclave, etc.
• Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, and rules.
• Attendance to work is an essential function of this position.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree in related field

College Level Math Skills

Advanced Computer Skills

Full Professional Proficiency

High Reasoning

Ability to interpret instructions

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

PCI Pharma Services in Rockford, IL is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory Intern to learn vital microbiology skills and assist in the daily testing under the guidance of the Senior Microbiologist.

Responsibilities include preparing basic microbiology media, performing biological indicator, total plate count and coliform testing, conducting environmental monitoring, and helping ensure GMP-compliant lab operations.