Microbiological Scientist-I

Microbiological Scientist-IA Few Words About Us - Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.Job DescriptionDuration: 6 months+The Application Scientist position is part of a North American team of marketing support professionals supporting company's Bio Monitoring sales group within the Lab Solutions Business Unit. The Bio Monitoring group is focused on supporting the microbiology needs of the Food, Beverage, and Pharmaceutical Industries.Job Responsibilities:Perform Feasibility Study on customer samples in house and equipment evaluation at customer site for pre-sale support of different microbiology testing equipmentPerform in house Testing Method Development on customer products for microorganism detectionSample testing data analysis and troubleshootingExecute IQ/OQ validation protocols for Rapid microbiological testing equipment at customer's sites used in the testing of pharmaceutical products or processes: install and prepare equipment and supplies, perform testing, document test results, write reports and maintain recordsEnsure all systems are running according to necessary specifications and operate within regulations to ensure testing of quality productsTrain customers on performing equipment operation and sample testing (Sterility and Bioburden)Provide PQ consulting to assist customers with test method suitability executionGuiding customers on regulatory requirements for sample testing and industry standardsAbility to troubleshoot equipment on-site if neededCoordinate with customers and various internal functions to complete services on a timely manner (customer and technical service, sales and marketing)Partner with the sales team to support the sales process, development of opportunitiesPrepares weekly and monthly reports, plans and manages workload and budgetAssist in development of testing protocolsQualificationsRequires Minimum Bachelor's degree (or Masters) in Microbiology or related field plus 3-5+ years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry.Comprehensive knowledge of cGMP regulations and documentation requirements is essentialAbility to develop and execute Feasibility Studies, Method Development and IQ/OQ validation protocols. Extremely proficient planning and organizational ability, able to coordinate work schedule on short noticeStrong analytical and problem solving skills; effective writing and verbal communication skills; ability to be a team player/work well alone and with others, ability to multi-task.Customer-focused, agile, flexible and adaptable, proactive/action oriented, well developed customer facing skillsManages own workload and works with discretion within guidelines.May lead small projects with limited risks and resource requirementsAdditional InformationWarm Regards,Nimisha DroachIntegrated Resources, IncIT REHAB CLINICAL NURSINGInc. 5000 - 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013 (7th Year)Certified MBE I GSA - Schedule 66 I GSA - Schedule 621I I GSA - Schedule 70(Direct) 732-429-1630Tel: (732) 549 2030 x 226Fax: (732) 549 5549