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Net2Source (N2S)

Microbiology Technician 3

Net2Source (N2S), Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, us, 07417

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Base pay range

$32.00/hr - $37.00/hr

Job Duration

Job Duration: 06+ Months Contract (Temp to Perm)

Must Haves:

Execute a variety of laboratory tasks related to microbiological testing of pharmaceutical products, raw materials, and medical devices.

Perform microbiological testing in a Biosafety Level 2 laboratory under GLP conditions.

Responsibilities include planning and carrying out studies inside a Biosafety Cabinet, maintaining microbiological cultures, analyzing and recording viable counts of microorganisms (CFU).

Job Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine USP, ASTM, ISO, and CLSI based microbiological testing for anti-infective, antiseptic, or disinfectant efficacy (i.e., time-kill assay, MIC/MBC, sterility testing, microbial limits, bioburden).

Execute testing following standard operating procedures in a BioSafety Level-2 Laboratory.

Assist in the qualification and validation of equipment and lab instruments including calibration under established procedures.

Maintain laboratory notebooks following good documentation practice (GDP) and good laboratory practices (GLP); support compliance with GLP.

Work proactively and independently with minimal oversight/supervision to complete projects.

Upon request from supervisor, coordinate/lead test requests.

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Microbiology/Biological Sciences/Chemistry.

2-4 years of experience required in microbiology lab for R and D of experience or related industrial experience (pharmaceuticals, medical devices, personal care, or cosmetics) in R&D or QC required.

Required Skills

Ability to work as part of a team.

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Ability to organize and prioritize work with limited guidance.

Experience working in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory, academic or industrial.

Preferred Skills

Experience performing microbiology testing in a GXP laboratory.

Experience working with LIMS data management software.

Experience supporting internal laboratory investigations such as OOS (out of specification), OOT (out of trend), and protocol deviations.

Physical Demands

Standing or sitting at a laboratory bench for extended periods of time.

Work for extended periods in front of a biological safety cabinet.

Able to lift 25 lbs.

Wear PPE appropriate for a BSL-2 laboratory.

Work Environment

BSL-2 Laboratory environment using personal protective equipment (PPE).

May encounter/use biological, chemical, or human body fluid for testing.

Handle biohazardous waste.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Manufacturing, Science, and Research

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research

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