Lab Technician I

Responsibilities

• Perform all microbiological testing of in-process and finished medical devices.
• Perform all microbiological tests associated with method development and validation.
• Perform growth promotion and purity tests on all microbiological media to be used for testing.
• Read plates and enumerate microorganisms.
• Identify microorganisms through culturing, isolating, and maintaining them.
• Document and review raw and final data to ensure proper documentation according to procedures and cGMPs.
• Notify Microbiology Laboratory Manager of out-of-specification (OOS) results.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, notify manager of issues.
• Enter microbiological data into relevant laboratory documents.
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the Microbiology Laboratory.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment temperatures.
• Assist with ordering and managing laboratory supplies.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures, safety guidelines, and cGMPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related field with 0 - 2 years of experience in a QC laboratory environment.
• Ability to understand and follow all applicable standard operating procedures and cGMPs/cGLPs.
• Good aseptic technique experience.
• Proficiency in using current word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Demonstrated knowledge of standard laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Experience operating standard and advanced laboratory instrumentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.