Quality Control Microbiology Tech I

Frederick, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The below job opportunity is with one of our Biotech clients who researches develop and commercializes drugs. The company focuses primarily on antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV hepatitis B hepatitis C and influenza including Harvoni and Sovaldi.

Position: Quality Control Microbiology Tech - I

Location: Frederick MD 21704

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite
SHIFT - Sun-Wed 7am to 6pm

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us as a QC Microbiology Technician in our new commercial cell therapy production center located in client locaion.
You will work with the Quality Control team in supporting our efforts in this exciting new area of cancer immunotherapy.
This position provides Quality Control microbiological testing for clinical and commercial manufactured product responsible for product testing microbial growth promotion testing utility testing and environmental monitoring.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms
Collect water samples to ensure all sample collected per schedule and tested on time
Perform and review microbiological assays such as Gram Stain Endotoxin Sterility Microbial Identification Growth Promotion Bioburden and Plate Reading
Perform and review visual inspection of final product
Data entry and trend data as needed and prepare slides for management
Assist in investigations regarding out of specifications (OOS) results address and manage deviations related to micro procedures.
Routine maintenance of lab equipment and lab spaces
Review and approve all final product release test results
Perform other duties as required

Basic Qualifications:

AA Degree and 1 years experience in Microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring OR
HS Degree and 2 years experience in Microbiology lab/Environmental Monitoring OR
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in the application of microbiological techniques such as environmental air monitoring water testing surface monitoring
Experience in aseptic techniques and clean room operations
Ability to gown for entry into Aseptic core and supporting areas and lift approximately 25 lbs.
Ability to pass vision exam for visual inspection
Knowledge of GMP SOPs and quality control processes for commercial manufacturing
Proficient in MS Word Excel Power Point and other applications
Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment
Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
Ability to be flexible with schedule and work overtime as needed

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The below job opportunity is with one of our Biotech clients who researches develop and commercializes drugs. The company focus...