QM Associate Scientist - Entry Level (Urgent Need)

Job Description

The Quality Management Associate Scientist (QMAS) performs microbiological tests on a variety of plated/liquid culture media products and interprets data to ensure product quality.

• Performs visual inspections of physical samples and paper records
• Employ standard microbiology laboratory techniques including but not limited to pipetting, streak/spread plate inoculations methods, pour plate methods, serial dilutions, stab inoculation technique among others
• Maintain aseptic technique, detail-oriented, organized, good time management skills, and successful in both team and independent settings
• Operate stationary instruments of low to moderate complexity such as pH meters, analytical balances, and spectrophotometer, among others
• Support product inspection for ongoing investigations and projects as needed
• Use computer systems and software
• Seat, walk, and stand for extended periods of time and up to 4 continuous hours, lift and carry items weighing up to 15 pounds independently, and keep constant handwritten records
• Use personal protective equipment such as lab coats, respirator masks, gloves, non-permeable full cover shoes and safety glasses for extended periods of time
• Work in any of the laboratories within the QC department without a permanent assignment
• Perform testing of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB) and other similar organisms requiring Biosafety Level 3 Laboratory containment with strict adherence to safety policies associated with this manner of testing (if applicable)

Qualifications

Mid-Level experience required.

Skills

• Microbiology laboratory techniques
• Standard laboratory instrumentation operation
• Personal protective equipment use
• Biosafety Level 3 Laboratory containment