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VARITE INC

Microbiologist

VARITE INC, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604

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VARITE is looking for a qualified Quality Control Technician III in Athens, GA.

What the Client Does A global, research‑driven pharmaceutical company that focuses on developing innovative medicines in areas such as human pharmaceuticals, animal health, and biopharmaceutical contract manufacturing.

What We Do Established in 2000, VARITE is an award‑winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence by leveraging its experience and expertise in comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non‑technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.

Job Details

Location: Athens, GA

Contract Duration: 11 months

Pay Rate: $22.00 – $23.57/hr (W2)

Responsibilities

Performs operations necessary for quality testing.

Performs generally supervised routine tasks, following SOPs, including environmental monitoring testing, water testing, simple routine testing of in‑process and final products in accordance with GMP.

Collects environmental monitoring samples (both viable and non‑viable air and surface) in manufacturing aseptic processing areas.

Performs environmental monitoring plate reads.

Conducts contaminant identification.

Assists with protocol testing as needed.

Preps and maintains supplies and environmental monitoring equipment.

Utilizes standard operating procedures to conduct environmental monitoring activities.

Uses data management systems to enter and track results.

Demonstrates a visible & tangible commitment to HSE.

Performs other assigned duties & projects deemed appropriate within the position scope.

Opens and operates assigned lab equipment.

Orders supplies needed in the labs.

Assists in preparation of media, washing of glassware and operation of autoclave.

Contacts are primarily with immediate supervisor and other experienced operators.

Experience

1 to 2 years of relevant experience.

Skills

Experience enumerating bacterial colonies on agar plates.

Experience with gram stain techniques.

Experience with aseptic techniques, clean room operations, or microbial control.

Ability to meet standards for aseptic gowning qualification.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills including flexibility, collaboration and ability to work in a team environment.

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications (or similar).

Experience with LIMS systems.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology preferred.

Associate's degree or pursuing a relevant degree with applicable microbiological experience considered.

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VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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