Associate Scientist

Alphanumeric is hiring an QC MICROBIOLOGY ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST - Level 1 to work in Cambridge, MA with our client of 20 years committed to improving lives through medical and pharmaceutical advancements.
Key Responsibilities: 

• Perform routine environmental monitoring of the manufacturing facility. 
• Perform routine sampling and testing of the utility systems.
•  Perform Manufacturing Process Monitoring 
• Perform QC sample receipt and aliquoting as necessary. 
• Complete documentation in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) ensuring data integrity. 
• Maintain QC Micro related systems to ensure compliance with industry standards supporting internal/external audits. 
• Perform laboratory tasks including general housekeeping, equipment monitoring and maintenance, inventory of supplies.

Required Qualifications

• BS in a relevant scientific discipline or 2-5 years Quality Control experience in a cGMP organization with a focus in Microbiology

• Knowledge of GMP, microbiology, aseptic technique, and general laboratory instrumentation (preferred)

• Ability to efficiently prioritize, manage and complete multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

• Perform environmental monitoring and utility samples of the facility.

• Perform Bioburden and endotoxin testing.

• Utilizing different microbiological testing techniques to ensure the safety of the facility environment.

• Adhere to environmental monitoring procedures.

• Perform plate reads and record results.

• Support raw material sampling and testing.

• Author and revise standard operating procedures.

• Inform supervisor/manager upon observing OOS, or generation of deviations.