What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiologist position at Actalent?
Actively Hiring: Microbiologist
(Location: Indianapolis, IN)
Description:
This company is the world’s largest nuclear medicine company with more than a century of industry experience. They develop, manufacture and distribute world-class radiopharmaceutical products to help patients around the globe. This company delivers SPECT, PET and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical solutions for life-threatening diseases to over 14 million patients annually. Currently they are looking to expand the Indianapolis operation by adding a Sr QC Technician to their team.
Summary of Position:
Perform assigned quality control activities within the Microbiology Department to comply with applicable SOP's and cGMPs. Work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Must have the ability to work collaboratively, multitask, and adapt to changing priorities and schedules.
Essential Functions:
• Must maintain operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines (i.e. FDA, EU, HC, TGA, PIC/S, ISO, USP, NRC, cGMP, etc.).
• Employ aseptic techniques while performing Sterility, Endotoxin, Particulates and Bioburden testing of drug products, intermediates and raw materials per USP and Curium Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Standard Test Methods (STM).
• Perform in vivo biological performance testing of final product in support of product efficacy and quality per USP and Curium Standard Test Methods (STM).
• Perform Growth Promotion testing per USP Methods for various microbiological media.
• Prepare and analyze Biological Indicators in support of Validation and Qualification activities.
• Read plates to quantify microbial growth and subculture pure isolates as required.
• Data entry and review in Laboratory Management Systems (LIMS).
• General laboratory housekeeping duties and maintenance of the department, premises, and equipment.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure the consistent and timely completion of all testing and other tasks in support of business needs.
• Assist with laboratory investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Ensure a safe and quality-minded working environment through conformance with training, general awareness, and compliance to safety/Quality guidelines and SOPs.
• Perform all work in compliance with site safety and radiation protection guidelines.
• Attend mandatory trainings as required by site regulatory requirements and management.
• Perform other general duties associated with the position as required by supervision.
Skills:
Quality Control, Microbiology, Laboratory, cGMP, Aseptic, GMP, Sterility, Endotoxin, Biology, Microbial, Environmental Monitoring, Bioburden, Disinfectant Efficacy, Media Prep, Microbiological, QC Microbiology, Particulates, Media Plate, Biological
Top Skills Details:
Quality Control,Microbiology,Laboratory
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Must Haves:
1) Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Life Science (Biology or Microbiology Preferred)
2) 1 years of relevant microbiology experience (Media Prep, Media Growth, Environmental Monitoring, Sterility Assurance, Bioburden Testing, etc.)
3) 1 years of quality/lab experience within regulated industry or GMP facility (Pharma Preferred)
Plus:
1) Any radiopharmaceutical industry or radiation safety experience.
Experience Level:
Intermediate Level
Interviewing ASAP
- Reach out directly and apply to Jack McCue to be immediately in consideration for our current opportunities with your updated resume, a brief intro about you and your skills, and what method of communication works best for you (i.e., call, email, text)
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.
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