Principal Microbiologist
Principal Microbiologist
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Job Description
Principal Microbiologist responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Consult with external and internal clients on a technical basis
- Meet with clients to discuss special projects; independently participate in client audits of test areas
- Ability to design and execute studies
- Write/revise protocols and related documents to meet regulatory expectations and requirements
- Act as a technical resource trainer troubleshooter and lead/support projects for the advancement of the department
- Perform analyses for microbiology (routine and nonroutine)
- Set up and validate new analytical or related processes used by the department
- Review and evaluate raw data for acceptability
- Manages the daytoday operation of the microbiology department to insure smooth flow of samples and testing
- Oversees the checking and transfer of microbiology data as necessary and takes steps to correct possibly inaccurate data prior to continued processing or release
- Oversees the orientation of new microbiology staff to their responsibilities and the function of the microbiology department
- Works with Quality Assurance to resolve client complaints by investigating problems developing solutions and making recommendation to management
- Identifies process improvements to better meet client expectations and company objectives.
- Recommends new equipment for the microbiology department.
- Compiles statistics
- Serves as a liaison for the department to outside vendors
- Assists the Director of Operations in the development of a budget and monitors microbiology expenditures
- Performs duties in compliance with all applicable regulatory and accrediting agencies
- Supports Eurofins CellTx s business philosophy leadership values and ethics
In order to meet Eurofins CellTx s quality policy and objectives all employees are expected to meet basic expectations of Eurofinss quality management system including but not limited to good workmanship adherence to standard operational procedures training good documentation practices and accurate recordkeeping
Qualifications :
Minimum Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree required
- Masters or doctoral degree in Microbiology preferred
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years work experience in a laboratory
- Considerable knowledge of the methods materials and techniques used in microbiologic testing
- Considerable knowledge of the use of microbiological apparatus and equipment
- Ability to organize communicate teach and work with others in an effective manner
- Ability to manage and schedule the work of others
- Knowledge of federal state and local standards regulations guidelines and requirements effecting operations of a clinical reference laboratory
- Analytical thinking and communication skills
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Potential Environmental Factors:
- This laboratory carefully maintains all hazardous materials. All employees must abide by Eurofins CellTxs Safety and Exposure procedures. This includes using the provided safety clothing and equipment.
- For a list of potential chemical hazards see appropriate MSDS sheet.
Additional Information :
Position is fulltime working Monday Friday 8:00am 4:30pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Tucson AZ are encouraged to apply.
- Location: S. Rita Road Tucson AZ 85747
- Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
