Microbiologist

Microbiologist - Contract - King of Prussia, PA

Proclinical is seeking a dedicated Microbiologist who will be responsible for performing Quality Control and Sterility Assurance activities. This includes environmental monitoring, routine bioburden testing, bacterial endotoxin testing, identification of microbial isolates, and data entry.

Primary Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will ensure all necessary testing is performed and evaluated against applicable procedures and will be qualified to perform activities in Grade B areas of the facility.

Skills & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology is preferred, or related science, and demonstrated abilities and experience of a microbiologist in a sterile product Quality Control role is required.
• Recent experience in aspects of sterility assurance including gowning and investigations.
• Demonstrates good communication skills.
• Has ability to work effectively with a team and able to work independently.
• Has knowledge of cGMP requirements and ability to generate high quality data.
• Has some computer application experience (i.e., database use and management).
• At least 3 years practical laboratory experience is preferred.

The Microbiologist's responsibilities will be:

• Perform Quality Control and Sterility Assurance activities, including:
• Environmental monitoring to support non-sterile and sterile areas of the facility.
• Routine bioburden testing on raw materials and finished product.
• Bacterial endotoxin testing on pharmaceutical water system samples, raw materials and finished products.
• Identification of microbial isolates.
• Entering results in the electronic documentation system.
• Ensuring that all necessary testing is performed and evaluated against applicable procedures.
• Successfully gown qualify to perform sterility assurance and routine activities in Grade B areas of the facility.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Jackie Cerchio at j.cerchio@proclinical.com

Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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