Microbiologist I

Purpose (Objective): The incumbent is responsible for the testing of samples using various microbiological analyses. The incumbent provides analytical support for the lab by ensuring that laboratory procedures are being performed within specified quality guidelines. This position serves as a technical resource and provides ongoing technical support related to method and process implementations. This position spends the majority of time or all of their time in diagnostics.

Main activities:

Follow appropriate methods and SOPS on all tasks. Maintain quality control records

Read, calculate, record data in Laboratory Information Management System

Perform rapid test methods

Perform confirmation tests on suspect samples to identify the strain of bacteria

Read, enter and evaluate process control samples

Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities

Support root cause analysis investigations and suggest appropriate corrective actions

Weigh the appropriate amount of sample and pour correct agar to begin analysis procedures. Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked

Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed. Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process

Prepare samples for analysis by recording, weighing and blending

Read, calculate and record analysis data to produce a report for the client. Correct any discrepancies that occur on the worksheet

Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process

Support department inventory management system

Perform confirmation tests on suspect plates or tubes to identify the strain of bacteria

Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required

Must be able to perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment critical to sample analysis

Update equipment records on forms ore in software systems as needed

Must keep up-to-date on assigned training

Adhere to all safety policies

Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the management system.

Perform other related tasks as needed

Any time, the incumbent must behave and operate in an ethical and Code of Conduct compliant manner.