Environmental Monitoring Specialist I

Job Description

Job Description

Environmental Monitoring Specialist I

Location: Madison, WI
Pay Rate: $30/hr-$40/hr (DOE)
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am-5pm, with approximately one hour of weekend work every other week

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an Environmental Monitoring Specialist I for an opportunity with a leading biotechnology organization in Madison, WI. This position will support Quality Control environmental monitoring activities within cleanroom and microbiology laboratory environments. The ideal candidate has a microbiology background, understands aseptic technique, and is interested in supporting quality and contamination control in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and non-routine environmental monitoring in EU Grade B–D cleanrooms.

• Collect viable air samples using active air samplers and passive monitoring methods, including contact plates.

• Perform total airborne particle monitoring.

• Follow aseptic techniques and good documentation practices throughout laboratory activities.

• Assist with investigations involving out-of-specification results, deviations, and corrective actions.

• Maintain environmental monitoring databases, assist with data trending, and prepare reports.

• Support microbiology laboratory organization, cleaning, equipment maintenance, and supply inventory.

• Receive, quarantine, and test QC supplies and raw materials, including microbiological culture media.

• Assist with writing, reviewing, and updating laboratory SOPs.

• Help calibrate and maintain environmental monitoring equipment.

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related field.

• Microbiology laboratory experience.

• Understanding of aseptic technique and contamination control.

• cGMP or experience in another regulated environment is preferred.

• Environmental monitoring experience is a plus.

• Cleanroom gowning experience is preferred.

• Familiarity with environmental monitoring equipment, viable air sampling, and particle counters is beneficial.

• Experience with MODA or other LIMS systems is a plus.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Strong documentation, communication, organization, and multitasking skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work in cleanroom environments for extended periods.

• Ability to wear required PPE and cleanroom garments.

• Availability for approximately one hour of weekend work every other week.

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