Qualifications
Education Level Details
Bachelors Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biological
Sciences or other relevant Science
Work Experience and Details
At least 1 year of hands on laboratory experience in a regulated environment
Adhere to good documentation practices at all times
Follow specifications, procedures, and requirements, both written and verbal
Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient laboratory environment
Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with optical microscopy / Preferred
Practical/Technical Knowledge Description
Experience with GMP, ISO, USP and/or EP standards
Experience with inoculation and enumeration of microbiological samples
Experience with working in a cleanroom environment
Experience supporting equipment and test method validations / Preferred
Responsibilities:
Please note agencies/employers should adhere to Maryland Labor Laws including Sick and Safe Leave.
Workers need to be made aware of their rights and eligibility. If sick time is used, will reimburse for sick time expenses, in accordance with state law.
Job Summary
Life Sciences is looking for a driven, talented, and energetic Microbiology Technician
to join our Analytical Services and Quality Control team to conduct hands-on laboratory quality
control testing in our Gaithersburg, MD laboratory.
Dedicated to improving the quality of life, Life Sciences develops and manufactures
high-performance components and integrated solutions for biopharmaceutical manufacturing,
medical devices, filtration processes, cell therapy solutions, and laboratory products.
The selected candidate will perform hands on quality control testing according to established
industry standards and validated in-house methods. The scope includes environmental monitoring,
water testing, and product bioburden and bacterial endotoxin testing.
Sample preparation and analysis of environmental monitoring samples
Perform microbiological testing of water
Support Endotoxin testing
Support for Bioburden QC testing of products using different methods of inoculation.
Inoculate and enumerate microbiology culture media.
Knowledge of microbiology techniques, terminology, equipment, and procedures in
compliance with Good Laboratory Practices.
Independently runs basic assays/experiments and assists with other experiments, as needed
Assists with microorganism identification activities
Skilled in aseptic techniques
Perform testing accurately and according to schedule
Ensure principles of data integrity are followed at all times
Supports data trending and archiving tasks.
Assists in maintaining laboratory instrumentation according to maintenance schedules
Openly participates in laboratory investigations and audits
Ensures individual laboratory work areas are clean and maintained according to 5s principles
Demonstrates open and collaborative approach in all areas of responsibility
Conforms to all environmental health and safety policies and procedures including the use of
personal protective safety equipment as appropriate.
Perform other tasks as assigned
The incumbent supports AS&QC team with execution of microbiological testing. Testing
is focused on microbial enumeration, inoculation, and bacterial endotoxin testing. 90
The incumbent is expected to support laboratory management initiatives, including 5S,
safety, lab audit requirements, equipment maintenance, lab supplies.
The incumbent is required to participate in laboratory continuous improvement activities,
including quality audits, SOP reviews, EHS training, implementation of new best
practices, and personal development.
Comments/Special Instructions
True Temp- covering for a LOA duration up to 8 months
Candidate must have at least 2%2B years experience
Bachelors in Biology/Microbiology is preferred