Quality Control Technician (Microbiology)

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ); Swiftwater (Monroe County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Resources, Inc (IRI) is seeking a QC Microbiology Associate to support routine testing in a cGMP laboratory in Swiftwater, PA. The role focuses on aseptic processing, culturing bacterial and viral isolates, and ensuring accuracy in documentation.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in Microbiology or Biological Sciences with 1–2 years of QC experience, familiarity with microbiological techniques, tissue culture, and sterility, plus strong writing and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology or Biological Sciences with 1–2 years of experience.
• Prior Quality Control experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of microbiological techniques and tissue culture, sterility, or bioburden is preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong writing skills are crucial.
• Familiarity with cGMP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of general Microbiological techniques including aseptic processing and culturing of both bacterial and viral isolates.
• Assist with maintaining safety and compliance of the laboratory work area; perform cleaning of laboratories, equipment, and ancillary areas as required.
• Attend/contribute to scheduled team meetings, department, and safety meetings.
• Develop a working knowledge of appropriate compendia and regulatory guidance.
• Participation in various phases of Quality Control testing.
• Duties may include visual evaluation of vials, syringes, plates, bottles, and canisters; setup and breakdown of equipment; documentation and waste disposal.

Skills

Aseptic processing

Microbiological techniques

Laboratory safety

Documentation

Team collaboration

cGMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology or Biological Sciences

Tools

Tissue culture

Sterility

Bioburden

Job description

Schedule: M-F 8:00am-4:30pm EST- 1st Shift

Manager Note: The candidate must pass an eye exam and receive vaccinations to be eligible for this position.

Description:

• This position supports the execution of routine testing in the Quality Control Microbiology laboratory while strictly adhering to site work instructions, Federal Regulations, cGMP, and Client policies and procedures.
• This position requires the individual to perform routine testing as scheduled to support production, method validation as well as the stability program, and completing the required documentation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of general Microbiological techniques including aseptic processing and culturing of both bacterial and viral isolates.
• Activities include assisting with maintaining safety and compliance of the laboratory work area; Performing cleaning of laboratories, equipment, and ancillary areas as required.
• Attending/Contributing to scheduled team meetings, department, and safety meetings.
• This position requires proficiency and understanding of the theory related to processes, assays, and equipment as well as the ability to identify issues/trends.
• Develop a working knowledge of appropriate compendia and/or regulatory guidance.
• Participation in various and assigned phases of Quality Control testing
• Duties may include (but are not limited to): Visual Evaluation of vials, syringes, plates, bottles, and canisters.
• Setup and breakdown of equipment.
• Documentation, waste disposal, cleaning of laboratories, and all other activities as assigned.
• The candidate must pass an eye exam and receive vaccinations to be eligible for this position.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology or Biological Sciences with 1-2 years of experience.
• Prior Quality Control experiences are desirable.
• Knowledge of microbiological techniques and experience with tissue culture, sterility, or bioburden is preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong writing skills are crucial.
• The individual must be familiar with cGMP guidelines.
• The candidate must be able to work in a team environment.