Quality Control Associate Scientist - Microbiology

Quality Control Associate Scientist – Microbiology

Applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree with 0 years of experience, OR an Associate’s degree with 4 years of experience OR High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience
Experience in Pharmaceutical Quality Control/Quality Operations
Pharmaceutical microbiological testing experience and extensive Good Manufacturing Practice knowledge
Highly motivated, organized and able to work effectively in a demanding environment with flexibility to changing priorities
Fundamental understanding of laboratory instrumentation function and analytical method troubleshooting
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel
Ability to perform complex mathematical problems and data analysis

Perform tasks associated with maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) compliant Quality Control and Stability laboratories
Support environmental monitoring and water collection in the QC Microbiology laboratory
Follow Environment Health and Safety requirements for site and QC laboratories
Write cleaning validation protocols and reports, and perform complex mathematical problems and data analysis
Support product transfers, new product development, regulatory queries, cost improvement projects, and Drug Product plant support for Cleaning Validation
Operate within established HR policies and basic colleague relations guidelines
Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical reports, project plans, etc.

Experience in auditing with Good Manufacturing Practices {also cGMP} regulated industries
Proficiency in both viable and non-viable environmental monitoring within pharmaceutical manufacturing
Solid grasp of aseptic techniques
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously