Microbiologist Job Description

Microbiologist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Microbiologist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Special testing in support of laboratory investigations;
• Reporting of results generated during testing;
• Special testing in support of method and/or process validation activities;
• Basic microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process, finished product, and stability samples; and environmental monitoring;
• Adherence to policies of EHS – Safety in the laboratory and proper handling of chemicals and laboratory waste;
• Routine microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process, finished product, and stability samples;
• Maintenance of laboratory chemicals and supplies including organisms;
• Ability to serve as backup support for microbiological testing activities as needed;
• Draft test methods and report results in accordance with company policies;
• Write or review deviation investigation reports;
• Participates in investigations, and CAPA implementation. Participates in resolution of microbiological excursions;
• Supports manufacturing and validation activities including Aseptic Process Simulations/Validations and Cleaning Validations as needed;
• Establish and manage relationships with equipment vendors and contract laboratories;
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment;
• Develop, validate and perform microbiological and sterility tests on a wide variety of products.

Requirements:

• Vacuum Oven;
• Microscope;
• BS or BA in Microbiology or related science;
• Microsoft Access;
• Ability to wear respirator when required;
• Capable of effective written and verbal communication;
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects;
• Bachelor’s degree, in Microbiology or Biology preferred;
• BS/MS in Microbiology or Medical Technology;
• 2 to 5 years hands-on experience in performing microbiology in a cGMP environment;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel);
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite;
• Basic understanding of chemistry and microbiology;
• Minimum of one year of environmental monitoring, testing, and investigational experience is required;
• Strong written and oral communication, organization, and time-managements skills are required.