Microbiology Technologist

North American Science Associates, Inc.; Northwood (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

NAMSA is a leading MedTech services provider in Northwood, OH, seeking an Associate to support routine test article preparation, data collection, and routine testing per SOPs. The role involves logging data, equipment checks, and potential on-call responsibilities in a GLP/GMP lab environment.

Responsibilities include performing environmental monitoring and cleanroom duties as applicable, with opportunities to engage in diverse laboratory tasks and contribute to product development lifecycle

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; or Bachelor degree with no experience.
• Ability to apply guidelines and regulations including USP, ISO, CTFA, FSA.
• Knowledge of laboratory data collection, data evaluation and experimental design.
• Ability to work in a GLP/GMP environment.

Responsibilities

• May perform routine test article/product preparation and execute routine testing and calculations per SOPs.
• Accurately collect and record raw data in logbooks and worksheets.
• May check laboratory equipment, be on-call and respond to continuous monitoring alarms as applicable.
• May perform required specific testing and operate specified laboratory equipment.
• May perform Environmental Monitoring, clean and disinfect cleanroom suites when applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Regulatory awareness (USP ISO CTFA FSA

GLP/GMP testing knowledge

Data evaluation

Metric system proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor degree and no experience

Job description

NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.

Come and work for an organization with the: Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core Values: Act with integrity in everything we do. Provide best-in-class customer experiences. Develop superior talent and deliver expertise. Respond with agility and provide timely results. Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas.

Job Description

• May perform routine test article/product preparation and execute routine testing and perform routine calculations per NAMSA SOPs and work instructions.
• Accurately collects and records raw data in logbooks and on worksheets.
• May be responsible for checking laboratory equipment, being on-call and respond to continuous monitoring alarms as applicable. If needed, the Associate will respond in accordance with criteria outlined in Standard Operating Procedures.
• May be required to perform required specific testing as applicable.
• May be required to operate specified laboratory equipment.
• May perform Environmental Monitoring, clean and disinfect cleanroom suites (required as applicable).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Technical Competencies

• High School diploma or equivalent required and at least 2 years of experience, or Bachelor degree and no experience
• Sound judgment with effective decision making skills and the ability to solve problems or elevate as needed
• Awareness of applicable guidelines and regulations including, but not limited to USP, ISO, CTFA, FSA.
• Knowledge of metric system, NAMSA GLP and/or GMP testing, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation.
• Ability to work in GLP/GMP environment

Working Conditions

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Requires maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing, or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Extensive use of computer keyboard; operate computer equipment.

NAMSA is an equal employment opportunity company. NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws. NAMSA was founded on the principals of delivering quality customer service, conducting ourselves with integrity, respect for one another, open communication and collaboration. Whether you have a background in Laboratory Science, Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Engineering, or Sales & Business, NAMSA offers exciting opportunities to align with your expertise.