Microbiology Technologist

NAMSA; Northwood (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

NAMSA in Northwood, Ohio is seeking a Laboratory Associate to support routine test article preparation, perform testing, and accurately record raw data per NAMSA SOPs. Responsibilities include equipment checks, responding to alarms as needed, performing environmental monitoring and cleanroom duties when required, and other duties assigned in GLP/GMP environments while upholding NAMSA values.

Qualifications include a high school diploma with 2 years of experience or a bachelor’s degree and no

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of related experience.
• Bachelor degree holders with no required experience may qualify.
• Knowledge of GLP/GMP guidelines and data integrity is preferred.
• Ability to apply USP/ISO guidelines in testing scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Prepare routine test articles and execute standard testing per SOPs.
• Accurately collect and record raw data in logbooks and worksheets.
• Inspect and operate laboratory equipment; respond to alarms and on-call duties as applicable.
• Perform environmental monitoring and cleanroom duties when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Regulatory awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience

Bachelor degree with 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 escape 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.