The Microbiologist duties and functions include the manufacture, testing and quality control of materials and/or products.
- Shift: Monday - Friday (days off: Saturday and Sunday)
- Hours: 2nd shift: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Note: Training will be performed on day shift).
What You Will Do
- Clean, organize, and maintain laboratory workspaces and equipment to ensure readiness and compliance.
- Perform standard operational maintenance and minimal troubleshooting of assigned equipment and systems to confirm equipment is operational prior to use.
- Notify supervisor and engineering promptly of calibration failures and repair needs.
- Ensure proper disposal of biohazard waste in accordance with SOPs.
- Prepare samples and testing materials for the tests being performed as needed.
- Provides support in all required testing and validation projects as needed.
- Assist in media preparation for microbial and cell culture work.
- Support molecular biology workflows by preparing and processing samples for nucleic acid extraction using automated or manual methods.
- Perform basic genetic testing procedures under minimal supervision, including PCR, gel electrophoresis and DNA/RNA extraction.
- Maintain sample integrity and traceability throughout workflow via sample receipt and chain of custody documentation.
- Participate in training sessions and cross-technology educational programs to expand technical knowledge and proficiency in advanced microbiological techniques.
- Stay abreast of current technology and instruments, with emphasis on microorganisms, equipment troubleshooting, and microbiology/taxonomy issues.
- Provide technical assistance and back-up support across laboratory workstations as required.
- Perform and result routine microbiological testing on samples in a timely manner, independently with some supervision, to meet assigned testing deadlines.
- Ensure accuracy and validity of results in accordance with SOPs and regulatory standards.
- Interpret test results to determine pass/fail status and escalate unexpected findings to senior staff.
- Record, report, and investigate unexpected test results with some supervision.
- Prepare samples, reagents, and media for daily testing activities.
- Support sample receipt and maintain chain of custody documentation.
- Perform microbiological tests commonly executed in the lab, including CFU counts, gram stains, and subculturing.
- Regularly handle BSL-1 and BSL-2 regulated microorganisms following proper safety and workflow practices.
- Utilize proper safety and workflow practices while performing all tasks.
- Ensure disposal of biohazard waste in the autoclave according to the SOP.
- Maintain current and accurate documentation in compliance with GMP and GDP standards.
- Comply with company policies and all applicable SOPs; adhere to ISO 17025, BSLT-2 cGMPs, cGLPs, A2LA requirements, and Quality Control Guidelines.
- Provide additional support related to duties and projects across laboratory workstations, as assigned.
- Overtime and occasional weekend hours may be required.
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or related science field, including at least 12 semester hours of hands-on laboratory courses in microbiology and/or chemistry
- 0 to 2 years of pharmaceutical/biochemical QC laboratory experience
- Demonstrated relevant experience in a microbiology laboratory (Q.C., pharmaceutical, biotech or clinical lab experience preferred), where one or more of the following functions was successfully performed: microbial enumeration testing, growth promotion testing, streak for isolation, testing with microorganisms, environmental monitoring, method suitability, microbial identification, gram staining, pipetting small volumes, other applicable testing/skills.
- Ability to multitask within a single task and multiple tasks when applicable.
- Excellent analytical, decision making and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently, with some supervision
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge and understanding of microbiology principles and methods and the ability to communicate this information to others
- Ability to solve routine laboratory issues/problems
- Physical dexterity to accurately and precisely perform testing
- Can work within a team to achieve the same goal
- Ability to read, understand and comply with Company policies and SOPs, including safety rules and regulations
- Entry level computer skills in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Ability to stay on task to complete work in a timely manner
- The ability to adapt and learn new skills as needed
Who We Are
Serving customers since 2004, Eagle offers the highest quality in preparation testing for sterility, bacterial endotoxins, microbial detection, beyond-use dating (BUD) determination and active ingredient potency. State-of-the-art equipment, combined with the experience and knowledge of our team, makes Eagle the best choice for all testing needs. The Eagle team is committed not only to performing the best quality control testing, but also working relentlessly with our customers on solutions if tests receive unexpected results. Learn more at www.eagleanalytical.com.
