Associate Microbiologist

Associate Microbiologist The Associate Microbiologist will control and assure quality and provide technical support for production by means of microbiological analysis of raw materials, utilities & environment (water, compressed air etc.) as well as finished products. Detailed Responsibilities/Duties: Test materials and finished products for microbial contamination Prepare and standardize all reagents Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment Complete all necessary documentation in microbiology lab to ensure GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliance Data entry/review Perform environmental monitoring Cleaning of equipment and glassware Sample compositing Reading plates and enumeration of microorganisms. Completing all routine testing in a timely manner and reporting results and data in Labware-LIMS Other tasks and duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicable for this position Qualifications Required Qualifications: Skills: Demonstrates practical problem-solving skills and the ability to carry out responsibilities under general supervision Able to manage time and organize workload for effective implementation Strong interpersonal and results orientation skills Interacts effectively at all levels with sensitivity to cultural diversity Functions as an effective team member Adaptive, evolves with the changing external environment and organization Ability to work independently and in a team environment Experience: 6 months to 2 years of laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical or related industry Education: Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or related field US Benefits Statement Herbalife offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees in the U.S. (limited to the 50 States and the District of Columbia), which includes Group Health Programs, other Voluntary Benefit Programs, and Paid Time Off. Group Health Programs include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Basic Life/AD&D Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Other Voluntary Benefit Programs include a 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Supplemental Life/Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Paid time off includes Company-observed U.S. Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, a Volunteer Program, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave and time off for voting. Herbalife