Microbiologist I

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for daily QC testing of incoming samples and raw materials by various techniques which include compendial plating methods. Other routine responsibilities include analytical testing of batches and finished product as needed, solution preparation and standardization, and maintaining general laboratory GMPs.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Microbiological Testing Tasks
  
  
  
  • Environmental swabbing and cleaning validation collection and testing.
  • Able to complete the water and some finished product microbiological testing with high quality and aseptic techniques
  • Microbiological spread plate enumeration method
  • USP enrichment method
  • Using selective agars for pathogens
  • Perform basic organism identifications such as Gram staining, and traditional test methods such as catalase and Staph slide
  • Growth promotion for media release
  • Clean and maintain incubators, refrigerators, and autoclaves.
  
  
  
  
• Chemical Testing Tasks
  
  
  
  • Titrations, pH, and routine batch testing.
  • ID testing by FTIR
  • ID testing following USP or other compendial standards
  
  
  
  
• Physical Testing
  
  
  
  • Performed by QA Tech at Iatric
  
  
  
  
• Administrative support of the Lab
  
  
  
  • Monitoring inventory levels and ordering media
  • Accurately record and report test results
  • Ensure GLP responsibilities are completed on time
  • Archiving Data records
  • Reviews logs for completion and accuracy
  
  
  
  
• Demonstrate commitment to Rockline/Iatric's RRITE Values of Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.
• Associates have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of each associate's essential accountabilities.
• Contribute to a cooperative working effort by demonstrating a willingness to perform other job-related work, as needed or requested

This position is designated as Safety-Sensitive (A safety-sensitive position is one in which the associate's inability or impaired ability to perform their job-related tasks could result in a direct threat to the associate's safety or the safety of others).

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential accountabilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.)

• BS/BA degree in Chemistry or Biology
• Microsoft office suite

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: (The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

• Frequent standing
• Frequent carrying and lifting 0-10 pounds
• Constant reading, writing, reasoning/analyzing
• Exposure to fumes and chemical hazards

WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Office and Production Floor

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: 07