Microbiologist

Microbiologist

Title: Microbiologist
Location: Brooksville, FL
Industry: Medical Device
Hours: 1^st shift M-F, 8am-4pm
Pay Rate: $25-$30/hr
Employment Type: Contract to hire

Environment: Our client is an FDA-registered manufacturer of Towelettes and Alcohol Prep-pads specialized in both food and medical services industries. They work under the FDA, cGMP, CFR-21 and USP standards.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct microbiology testing for raw materials, in process materials, finished products, stability samples, and water purification system.
• Develop microbiology procedures, validate new product methods, and write reports.
• Prepare and properly sterilize media and equipment needed for microbiological testing.
• Assist with stability program, including sample set up, pulling samples, and conducting microbial testing.
• Conduct routine maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Document all test results and maintain laboratory notebooks.
• Interpret test results, compare specifications, make product recommendations.
• Ensure all testing is conducted under current Good Manufacturing Practices, using established methods, and following SOPs.
• Write SOPs for microbiology and update existing standard operating procedures.
• Assist with general Quality Control procedures in manufacturing, such as pallet checks, microbial swabs of tanks, environmental testing, and making product blends.
• Collect samples of raw materials for retain and analysis.
• Perform basic lab tasks such as cleaning equipment and washing glassware.

• B.S. or M.S. in Microbiology, Biology, or related science degree
• 3 - 5 or more years of industry experience in microbiology testing and method validation, preferably with OTCs or pharmaceuticals
• Works well independently with minimal supervision but can also work in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, needs to interact well with team members
• Familiar with FDA regulations related to OTC products
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing)

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