Job Title : QC Microbiology Technician I
Location : Frederick, MD
Duration : 12+ Months
Day Shift
100% onsite (lab environment)
Shifts : 4 / 10 (4 days x 10 hours / day)
SUN-WEDS 7 : 00am-6 : 00pm (1 opening)
WEDS-SAT 7 : 00am-6 : 00pm (2 openings)
Description : Job Description
Working with the Quality Control team in supporting our efforts - cancer immunotherapy. This position provides Quality Control microbiological testing for clinical and commercial manufactured product, responsible for product testing, microbial growth promotion testing, utility testing and environmental monitoring.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to) :
- Perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms
- Collect water samples to ensure all sample collected per schedule and tested on time
- Perform and review microbiological assays such as Gram Stain, Endotoxin, Sterility, Microbial Identification, Growth Promotion, Bioburden and Plate Reading
- Perform and review visual inspection of final product
- Data entry and trend data as needed and prepare slides for management
- Assist in investigations regarding out of specifications (OOS) results, address and manage deviations related to micro procedures.
- Routine maintenance of lab equipment and lab spaces
- Review and approve all final product release test results
- Perform other duties as required
Basic Qualifications :
AA Degree and 1+ years' experience in Microbiology lab / Environmental Monitoring ORAA Degree and 2+ years' experience in Microbiology lab / Environmental Monitoring ORPreferred Qualifications :
Experience in the application of microbiological techniques such as environmental air monitoring, water testing, surface monitoringExperience in aseptic techniques and clean room operationsAbility to gown for entry into Aseptic core and supporting areas, and lift approximately 25 lbs.Ability to pass vision exam for visual inspectionKnowledge of GMP, SOPs and quality control processes for commercial manufacturingProficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applicationsExcellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environmentComfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing prioritiesAbility to be flexible with schedule, and work overtime as needed