QC Microbiology Lab Associate – 12-Month Contract (Onsite)

Primary Talent Partners, LLC; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Lab Associate - Microbiologist in Round Lake, IL. This 12-month, W2 contract supports QC Microbiology operations at the Round Lake manufacturing facility.

The role involves testing biologics and drugs, environmental monitoring, data recording, and adherence to cGMP, FDA, and SOPs. Requires a microbiology degree and 2+ years in a lab; on-site, first shift, 8 AM–5 PM, with occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or biological science with 2+ years lab experience.
• Proficient in LIMS and laboratory instrumentation.
• Detail oriented with strong reading comprehension.
• Knowledge of GLP and cGMP is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbial analyses on raw materials, in-process, and finished products, and samples from environmental monitoring and manufacturing.
• Perform routine facility environmental monitoring (surfaces, air, particulates) and monitor critical systems (water, steam, air, nitrogen).
• Prepare media and reagents used in the laboratory.
• Operate instrumentation (particle counters, pH meter, SAS, Autoclave) and record data in computer systems (LIMS).
• Monitor inventory of supplies and stock accordingly.
• Maintain a clean, safe laboratory area and perform housekeeping.
• Conduct investigations and document root cause analyses with corrective actions.
• Maintain data integrity and comply with SOPs, FDA, QSR and cGMP.
• Follow procedures and safety policies; support multiple lab tasks and projects.
• Work in Drug Delivery and Penicillin facilities as needed.

Skills

LIMS proficiency

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Reading comprehension

Technical writing

DMAIC methodology

Teamwork

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or biological science

Tools

LIMS

SAS

Autoclave

pH meter

Job description

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Lab Associate - Microbiologist in Round Lake, IL. This 12-month, W2 contract supports QC Microbiology operations at the Round Lake manufacturing facility.

The role involves testing biologics and drugs, environmental monitoring, data recording, and adherence to cGMP, FDA, and SOPs. Requires a microbiology degree and 2+ years in a lab; on-site, first shift, 8 AM–5 PM, with occasional weekend work.