Microbiologist

Company Description Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at http://www.mindlance.com. Job Description · We are seeking a highly motivated QC Microbiologist who is interested in joining our fast-paced, dynamic QC environment to perform microbiological test methods in support of Facility Utilities Monitoring and Environmental Monitoring Program in support of the GMP manufacturing facility of a cell therapy product including sampling of raw material and release testing.

Duties &

Responsibilities

· Performing lab tests in the areas of bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology · Performs environmental monitoring of plant utilities and production clean zones using particle counters, contact plates and microbial air samplers · Performs routine and non-routine microbiological testing such as water bioburden and media growth promotion; Gram staining and microbial identifications · Performs enumeration and characterization of microorganisms recovered from samples ·

• Participate in aseptic processing in a clean room environment ·
• Perform growth promotion · Identifies bacteria and susceptibilities, molds, yeast, parasites, and other related organisms ·
• Perform Microbiological test methods for cell therapy product, raw material and release testing ·
• Perform protocol driven studies for bioburden, endotoxin, , EM, Raw Materials -ID, etc. · Generating data to support site manufacturing and/or complaint investigations and resolving project-related questions ·
• Manage variable sample influx by potentially adjusting daily schedule ·
• Communicate expected sample test times and results with QC Lab Assistants

Minimum Requirements

· B.S. in Biology/Microbiology, or related sciences with 3-5 years of related experience. · Previous working experience in a QC laboratory GMP manufacturing facility highly desirable · Strong time management and organization skills are required · Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards (FDA, EU, ICH, ISO, USP) · Aseptic technique or cleanroom experience desired · Organism identification experience a plus · The ability to work off-shift hours, based on business needs, is required · Able to work independently with minimum supervision · Good accurate and clear documentation skills is required

Qualifications

· B.S. in Biology/Microbiology, or related sciences with 3-5 years of related experience. · Previous working experience in a QC laboratory GMP manufacturing facility highly desirabl