Environmental Microbiologist Group Leader

Company Description

  Performs environmental and/or utility monitoring and sampling as a primary function.

-          Performs routine and non-routine inspection of media fill samples (AOQ/APV), collection and/or testing of media, final product, validation-related, and critical utility samples according to SOPs.

-          Receives, quarantines, and stores purchased microbiological media pending laboratory release.

-          Monitors bio hazardous waste and coordinates its removal with qualified safety personnel.

-          Participates in validation and commercial/developmental manufacturing activities.

-          Reviews and issues Environmental Notifications based on raw data, and validated electronic data acquisition systems.

-          Reviews Environmental monitoring and conducts analysis and data trending

-          Supports testing of solid oral dosage, packaging component testing, raw material and sterile product testing.

-          Troubleshoots standard instrumentation/test methods.

-          Performs activities in support of final product release testing (e.g. tests applicable for endotoxin, sterility, and particle isolation) and raw material testing (e.g. media growth promotion) where required.

-          Performs activities in support of environmental monitoring including surface viable air, non-viable air and personnel monitoring.

-          Performs activities in support of bioburden testing of water and product; and viable/non-viable particles, moisture testing of compressed gases/air

-          Leads training activities and ensures qualification of team.

Job Description

2+ years of relevant experience and a BS degree, or degree in related field

Prior experience in biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry

Prior lab experience

Good Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) on a daily basis.

Basic Knowledge of general Environmental Monitoring activities

Qualifications

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Chester, PA are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Additional Information

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.