The Fountain Group ยท 6 days ago
Scientist II (Microbiologist, sterilization methods / sterility assurance)
North Chicago, IL
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$50/hr - $55/hrThe Fountain Group is seeking a Scientist II specializing in microbiology and sterilization methods. The role involves independently investigating and optimizing new methods and techniques, while also providing guidance on microbiology-related investigations and CAPAs.
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Responsibilities
Test method transfer and validation for anything microbiology related
Ability to provide guidance on how investigations are conducted and CAPAs are processed related to anything microbiology focused
Knowledge of sterilization methods / sterility assurance
Moist heat
Dry heat
Gamma radiation
Ethelene oxide
Aseptic processes
Prefer knowledge of United States Pharmacopeia - USP 51 - USP 61 regulations
Microbiology background / manufacturing experience is the best type of background
Independently design, execute and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questions
Understand the broad objectives of the project as well as their role in achieving those objectives, and modify experimental plan when required, to respond
Learn, understand and master new experimental techniques, and act as a resource or mentor for others
Innovate and implement new experimental protocols
Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in his/her field
Set and meet experimental timelines
Effectively organize and present scientific plans and data
Contribute to writing and conceptual framework of publications, presentations, and patents
Routinely read and apply relevant scientific literature
Qualification
Required
Test method transfer and validation for anything microbiology related
Ability to provide guidance on how investigations are conducted and CAPAs are processed related to anything microbiology focused
Knowledge of sterilization methods / sterility assurance
Moist heat
Dry heat
Gamma radiation
Ethelene oxide
Aseptic processes
Technical expert that will independently investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods/ techniques to address critical project needs
Continuously seek to improve existing laboratory methods and processes
Read and adapt literature to accomplish assignments
Demonstrate mastery of broad range of experimental techniques and methods of data analysis
Independently design, execute and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questions
Understand the broad objectives of the project as well as their role in achieving those objectives, and modify experimental plan when required, to respond
Learn, understand and master new experimental techniques, and act as a resource or mentor for others
Innovate and implement new experimental protocols
Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in his/her field
Set and meet experimental timelines
Effectively organize and present scientific plans and data
Contribute to writing and conceptual framework of publications, presentations, and patents
Routinely read and apply relevant scientific literature
Impact projects mostly through lab and/or pilot plant-based activities where applicable
Preferred
BS in Microbiology preferred (closely related science degree)
Prefer knowledge of United States Pharmacopeia - USP 51 - USP 61 regulations
Microbiology background / manufacturing experience is the best type of background
Company
The Fountain Group
The Fountain Group is a staffing firm that specializes in rendering contingent workforce solutions to various industries.
Founded in 2001
501-1000 employees
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