Entry Level Microbiologist, Med Device

About the Role

This position is available in various shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete all training in a timely and complete manner.
• Work with an experienced analyst/mentor performing various tasks and analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products.
• Review or prepare standards and samples for analysis.
• Run equipment or instrumentation independently and/or with guidance.
• Work efficiently.
• Ensure that the client receives quality data by reviewing laboratory data for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to GMP and/or GLP regulations.
• Apply GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate.
• Apply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrate strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration.
• Proactively plan and multitask to maximize productivity.
• Meet all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration.
• Perform laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory technique, and a high degree of accuracy and precision.
• Perform/Review preparations of reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures.
• Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements, striving to minimize errors.
• Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods.
• Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, and report preparation.
• Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client-supplied) and internal SOPs.
• Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Perform laboratory maintenance and ensures good housekeeping with a neat, clean, and orderly workspace.
• Commit to occasional overtime as workload requires.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• MS Windows applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook email.
• Understanding of instrumentation.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, or related degree concentration.
• No previous laboratory experience required.
• Ability to work on the US indefinitely without sponsorship.
• Completed Microbiology lab courses in college.

Additional Qualifications:

• Good dexterity.
• Positive attitude.
• Solution-driven.
• Good work habits (organized, efficient, careful, safety-conscious, accurate).
• Attention to detail.
• Sound scientific logic.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Client service focused.
• Demonstration of organizational skills.
• Ability to work with moderate supervision upon training completion on assigned task.
• Ability to handle multitasking.

Additional Information

Available Shifts Are As Follows:

• Sun-Thurs: 7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm
• Tues-Sat: 7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm

Position is full-time, 40hrs per week with additional hours as needed.

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

Up to 25% travel may be required.