QC Microbiology Associate, Environmental Monitoring

ZipRecruiter; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BioPhase Solutions is seeking a QC Microbiology Associate to support a leading biopharmaceutical company in the Greater Los Angeles area. This role involves performing environmental monitoring, microbiological testing, and assisting with laboratory maintenance. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and have experience in a cGMP environment, showcasing strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a cGMP Quality Control setting preferred.
• Good understanding of aseptic techniques.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Performs Environmental and Utilities Monitoring and Microbiological testing.
• Responsible for routine sample testing and laboratory maintenance.
• Assist with the drafting of SOPs and work instructions.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Aseptic techniques

Education

Bachelors in Microbiology or scientific related field

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBioPhase Solutions specializes in recruiting top talented professionals for Southern California's Scientific community. We are currently looking for a QC Microbiology Associate, Environmental Monitoring to work for a leading Greater Los Angeles area biopharmaceutical company.
Pay Rate: $20-30/hour depending on experience.
Summary:The QCM Associate will perform various microbiological facility environmental and utility monitoring (EM) support of sterile product manufacturing, to include sampling and testing of the collected samples. The incumbent may also support other microbiological test methods, equipment and laboratory support and maintenance, and assist with the drafting of SOPs, protocols and reports to support cell therapy manufacturing operations. Organizes daily workload schedule and relevant resource requirements. Participates in authoring complex, explicit documentation for cell therapy manufacturing operations. The QC Microbiology Associate will also play a critical role in working collaboratively with cell culture manufacturing technicians and associates in support of EM. Important aspects of this role include excellent organization skills, flexibility, and the ability to thrive in an efficient, highly interactive, goal-oriented team environment, and other duties may be assigned. Essential duties are performed with regular oversight of QC Microbiology Supervisor/QC Manager.
Responsibilities:

• Performs Environmental and Utilities Monitoring and Microbiological testing in support of manufacturing cleanroom facility.
• Responsible for routine sample testing under GMP or non-GMP modes, laboratory maintenance, and assist in method qualification/validations.
• Responsible for laboratory maintenance to include cleaning and sanitization of laboratory equipment, laboratory restocking of supplies and inventory.
• Assist with the drafting of SOPs and work instructions, data entry and reporting

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Microbiology or scientific related field
• 1+ years of relevant experience within a cGMP Quality Control setting, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
• Experience in cGMP aseptic processing facility is a plus
• Good understanding and demonstration of aseptic techniques.
• Communication skills: foster open communication, active listening and good communication skills; Good written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail, can work quickly and accurately, organizing tasks and delivering quality with efficiency.
• Responsibilities outside of initial job description

Please send resumes to [e-mail] and visit our website at www.biophaseinc.com for additional job opportunities!!!