Microbiologist jobs in the United States

Role: Microbiologist

Duration: 03 Months

Location: Winchester, KY

Shift - Mon-Fri 7AM-3:30PM

Specific Duties, Activities, and Responsibilities:

• Compile and interpret results of microbiology and environmental monitoring tests and results.
• Maintain, clean, and sterilize laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Robust understanding of the regulatory requirements.
• Able to compose robust investigations for microbiology, environmental monitoring and support of manufacturing investigations.
• Write technical reports or prepare graphs and charts to document experimental results.
• Perform water sampling, including DI water, WFI and steam
• Perform sterility testing of finished produce
• Perform bioburden testing of raw materials, WFI and bulk product
• Perform bacterial endotoxin testing of WFI and bulk product
• Subculture and characterize microbial isolates using the Gram stain and differential tests such as the catalase and oxidase reaction, prepare shipments of subcultures for identification
• Perform growth promotion testing of liquid and plated media, including media fills
• Perform environmental monitoring of laboratory areas
• Perform bacteriostasis/fungi stasis testing to validate test methods
• Process and incubate exposed biological indicators
• Incubate and read media fills
• Identifies micro-organisms by microscopic examination of physiological, morphological, and cultural characteristics.
• Receive and prepare samples and equipment for testing, including but not limited to finished product and bioburden
• Incubate and examine tests, including but not limited to bioburden, sterility, Bis and media fill units
• Enumerate bacteria; prepare shipments for outside laboratories
• Understand the science behind the above listed testing requirements, be able to clearly communicate testing requirements and expectations.
• Understand environmental monitoring, the different testing requirements and the interpretation of the results.
• Detail oriented to perform peer review of results, investigations and protocols.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including but not limited to incubators, autoclaves, ovens, vacuum pumps; assist with qualifications and validations
• Maintain current training status on equipment and procedures
• Perform documentation per cGMP; prepare and assist with preliminary and full investigations
• Support R&D and Technical Services activities
• Assist with FDA and customer audits
• Assist with and conduct studies as requested by the Lab Supervisor
• Maintain effectiveness of the Quality System components relevant to this position.

Position Requirements:

• B.S. in Microbiology or Biological Science

Experience:

• 0-4 years’ experience
• Previous pharmaceutical experience desired.

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

• Demonstrated intermediate mathematical ability.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Excellent documentation skills.
• Strong Mechanical aptitude.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• A full complement of business computer literacy skills (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, database software etc.) is preferred.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must possess appropriate communication skills allowing direct interaction with outside suppliers, STW internal Managers and Sr. Management.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Well organized and detail and multi-task oriented.
• Works well under pressure and able to prioritize workloads.
• Must be able