Quality Control Technician I

Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory Technician

This position supports the execution of routine testing in the Quality Control Microbiology laboratory while strictly adhering to site work instructions, Federal Regulations, cGMP, and *** Pasteur policies and procedures. This position requires the individual to perform routine testing as scheduled to support production, method validation as well as the stability program, and completing the required documentation.

Job Responsibilities

• Knowledge of general microbiological techniques including aseptic processing and culturing of both bacterial and viral isolates.
• Activities include assisting with maintaining safety and compliance of the laboratory work area; performing cleaning of laboratories, equipment, and ancillary areas as required.
• Attending/Contributing to scheduled team meetings, department, and safety meetings.
• This position requires proficiency and understanding of the theory related to processes, assays, and equipment as well as the ability to identify issues/trends.
• Develop a working knowledge of appropriate compendia and/or regulatory guidance.
• Participation in various and assigned phases of Quality Control testing.
• Duties may include (but are not limited to): Visual evaluation of vials, syringes, plates, bottles, and canisters. Setup and breakdown of equipment.
• Documentation, waste disposal, cleaning of laboratories, and all other activities as assigned.
• The candidate must pass an eye exam and receive vaccinations to be eligible for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology or Biological Sciences with 1-2 years of experience.
• Prior Quality Control experiences are desirable.
• Knowledge of microbiological techniques and experience with tissue culture, sterility, or bioburden is preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong writing skills are crucial.
• The individual must be familiar with cGMP guidelines.
• The candidate must be able to work in a team environment.
• As a healthcare company and a vaccine manufacturer, *** has an important responsibility to protect individual and public health. All US based roles require individuals to be fully vaccinated as required for your job responsibilities.
• *** Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.