Microbiologist I
Core
Conducts microbiological analyses of raw materials, finished products, and waters in compliance with USP, EP, ASTM, AOAC, FDA, and EPA procedures.
Role type
Entry-level microbiologist (laboratory analyst)
Builds
Quality assurance data and compliant test results for client products
Domain
Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical / Food Safety
Required skills
aseptic techniques, media preparation, instrument operation (autoclave, incubator, biohazard hood), data documentation, cGMP compliance, recordkeeping
Preferred skills
sterility testing experience, familiarity with LIMS
Technologies
LIMS, autoclave, incubator, water bath, filtration apparatus, pH meter
Responsibilities
Prepare media and reagents, conduct sample analyses per compendia procedures, schedule analyses to meet deadlines, perform quality assurance tasks (equipment calibration, sterilization), document activities in notebooks and LIMS, maintain orderly work area
Seniority
Junior, entry-level IC