SPECTRAFORCE · 19 hours ago
QC Microbiology Scientist
Johnson City, TN
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$35/hr - $39/hr
3+ years expSPECTRAFOR is seeking a QC Associate Scientist in Microbiology to perform routine and non-routine microbiological testing and laboratory maintenance. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, troubleshooting issues, and supporting continuous improvement projects related to quality control.
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Hiring Manager
Gaurav Kathait
Responsibilities
Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures, and state, federal and local laws
Ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Procedures (cGMP), USP, EU and other global regulatory requirements at all times
Follow directions properly, work cooperatively as an individual contributor and as a team member
Communicate effectively with QC peers, cross-functional peers and management
Assist in troubleshooting and solving problems that may come up in the day to day operation of the department
Participate in aseptic process qualifications, such as aseptic gowning and media fill reads
Perform Bacterial Endotoxin and Sterility Testing
Perform microbial identification via polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Perform growth promotion testing of microbiological media
Perform mycoplasma testing via PCR
Perform Environmental Monitoring on routine basis
Perform microbial isolation techniques and perform Gram stain identifications
Send out samples to contract labs and track results/reports
Evaluate environmental/personnel monitoring samples and create NOEs for action levels
Performs general laboratory cleaning/wipe-down
Perform routine maintenance of lab equipments
Under the guidance of management, support special project work
Document laboratory test results on worksheets, forms and logbooks utilizing Good Documentation Practices
Maintain lab inventory and order lab supplies and materials
Receives and stock test reagents, lab supplies and test media
Support continuous improvement projects related to QC
Author and revise controlled documents such as Standard Operating Procedures and Controlled Forms. Author non-routine Protocols/Validation Plans/ reports in support of projects
Assist with investigations &CAPAs associated with Microbiological testing
Support data trending and tracking of results
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related discipline
Minimum 3 years of experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment
Good understanding of USP, EP, JP, and FDA microbiology testing requirements
Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to multitask, prioritize workload and interpret data accurately
Able to communicate effectively with GDPO functional areas and external agencies
Fosters teamwork and promotes an environment that motivates others to achieve our goals
Responds to challenges and additional projects in an understanding, positive, and objective manner
Adaptable to dynamic conditions, work practices, and project timelines
Preferred
Master's Degree strongly preferred
Microbiology lab experience
Company
SPECTRAFORCE
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