Job Title: Associate Scientist - Level 1 US - (1st Shift)
Duration: 1 Year (Potential for extension)
Location: Cambridge, MA
Max PR: $36.68/hr
Shift: Monday-Friday 9:00am to 05:00pm. - 100% ONSITE in Cambridge
Job Description:
The QC Microbiology associate is responsible for the performance of the cGMP routine/non-routine QC sampling and testing within the function of the QC Microbiology Laboratory supporting our Vaccine manufacturing site. This is a first shift position.
Job 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.
Education & 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.