Job Description

The Microbiologist III will conduct a variety of specific test methods, and as study director is responsible for conducting all studies both according to applicable standards and regulations (GMP/GLP/ISO) and according to clients' specifications. Microbiologist III also plays a key role within the department by helping to train incoming staff and by participating in the approval process for SOPs/protocols

• Prepares media and reagents required for the conduct of microbiological analyses
• Conducts analyses of samples in accordance with USP, EP ASTM, AOAC, FDA, EPA, or other compendia procedures, procedures supplied by the client, and other non-routine procedures as encountered
• Schedules analyses so that completion deadlines are met but also so that analyses are thoroughly and thoughtfully conducted
• Practices aseptic techniques and disinfection per laboratory SOPs
• Responsible for accurate and timely recordkeeping, diligently following standards for analysis and SOPs
• Accountable for quality assurance tasks vital to the position, including, but not limited to, lab area monitoring, media qualification, incubator, instrument and equipment calibration, and maintenance and sterilization procedures
• Access appropriate technical references and document data in notebooks and LIMS
• Data entry, receiving/returning calls, sending/receiving information, copying of documents, processing assignments ****
• Mentor and train new microbiologists as needed
• Documents activities in accordance with cGMP
• Maintains orderly work area
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities
• Microbiology Subject matter Expert
• USP/EP testing requirements (Bioburden, Endotoxin, Sterility)
• Hold-time / Disinfectant studies.
• Preservative / Antimicrobial Effectiveness
• OOS / Deviation Investigations
• Technical Writing (Protocols & Summary Reports)

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Microbiology or related sciences required
• 5+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment.
• Thorough knowledge of scientific principles

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.