QC Microbiologist I — Microbial Testing & Compliance

americanregent; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American Regent is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory professional to perform and coordinate microbiological testing for in-process and finished products, and to monitor controlled manufacturing facilities. You will conduct environmental monitoring, water testing, sample logging, data analysis, and reporting, ensuring compliance with cGMP and health and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and at least one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or Life Science.
• One year experience in pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, or medical devices.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Learn clean room technology and aseptic technique.
• Organized with strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS-Office software and PC skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily workload to meet requirements.
• Conduct microbiological testing including Gram stain, microbial identification, LAL, environmental monitoring, growth promotion, microbial limits and water testing.
• Conduct environmental monitoring activities including air, surface and personnel inside sterile manufacturing areas.
• Log water samplings throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Record samples and data per cGMP and applicable compliance.
• Calibrate and verify performance of laboratory instruments.
• Prepare media, glassware, and operate autoclaves.
• Document findings and report discrepancies from standards.
• Communicate discrepancies to management when discovered.
• Read chart data daily and update weekly.
• Ensure work complies with company policies, cGMP, health and safety.
• Maintain and analyze data in the database and perform trend analysis.
• Participate in projects identified.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Independence

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or Life Science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

American Regent is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory professional to perform and coordinate microbiological testing for in-process and finished products, and to monitor controlled manufacturing facilities. You will conduct environmental monitoring, water testing, sample logging, data analysis, and reporting, ensuring compliance with cGMP and health and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and at least one year of related experience.