Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Overview This range is provided by Radiant Systems Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $35.00/hr - $45.00/hr Duration: 12+ month contract Description Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Microbiology/Biological Sciences/Chemistry. Minimum of 1+ years of experience in a laboratory setting of microbiology or related industrial experience (pharmaceuticals, medical devices, personal care, or cosmetics) in R&D or QC required. Required Skills: working as part of a team, detail oriented and excellent organizational skills, ability to organize and prioritize work with limited guidance, experience working in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory (academic or industrial). Reporting to a supervisor/manager or higher, this associate will: Execute a variety of laboratory tasks related to microbiological testing of pharmaceutical products, raw materials, and medical devices. Perform microbiological testing in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory under GLP conditions. Responsibilities include: planning and carrying out studies inside a BioSafety Cabinet, maintaining microbiological cultures, and analyzing and recording viable counts of microorganisms (CFU). Job Responsibilities • Perform routine and non-routine USP, ASTM, ISO, and CLSI based microbiological testing for anti-infective, antiseptic, or disinfectant efficacy (i.e., time-kill assay, MIC/MBC, sterility testing, microbial limits, bioburden). • Execute testing following standard operating procedures in a BioSafety Level-2 Laboratory • Assist in the qualification and validation of equipment and lab instruments including calibration under established procedures. • Responsible for maintaining laboratory notebooks following good documentation practice (GDP), good laboratory practices (GLP) and supports compliance with GLP. • Works proactively and independently with minimal oversight/supervision to complete projects. • Upon request from supervisor, can coordinate/lead test requests. Education and Experience • Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Microbiology/Biological Sciences/Chemistry. • Minimum of 1+ years of experience in a laboratory setting of microbiology or related industrial experience (pharmaceuticals, medical devices, personal care, or cosmetics) in R&D or QC required. Seniority level Associate Employment type Contract Job function Science and Research Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Medical Equipment Manufacturing Personal Care Product Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr