Quality Lab Associate Microbiology-QCCS Laboratory

Overview

Quality Lab Associate I – Microbiology (QCCS Laboratory) based in Bloomington, Indiana, United States. Simtra Bio Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization focused on sterile injectable products with a strong emphasis on quality and regulatory standards.

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The Microbiology Quality Lab Associate I performs complex routine and non-routine sampling and processes samples in support of the Microbiology department. This position reports to a Microbiology Supervisor.

• Performs testing (bioburden, sterility, growth promotion, etc.) on finished products and in-process samples.
• Performs investigational work in support of out of specification samples, using training and scientific method to identify root cause and corrective actions.
• Documents and processes samples in a Laboratory environment.
• Investigates and authors Microbiology investigations.
• Enter test data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

• Bachelor’s degree required in a science-related field, preferably Microbiology.
• Previous experience working in a GMP-regulated environment preferred.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability to use enterprise software (examples include: JDE, BPLM, Pilgrim, Trackwise, etc.).

• Must be able to gown qualify for Grade A/B/C areas.
• Must be able to wear applicable Personal Protective Equipment.
• Position requires handling of laboratory chemicals.
• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends.
• Use of hands and fingers to manipulate office equipment is required.
• Position requires sitting or standing for long hours.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

• Medical & Dental Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse Life Insurance
• Child Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Time Off Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave and more
• Adoption Reimbursement Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Community and Volunteer Service Program
• Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
• Voluntary Insurance Benefits
• Vision Coverage
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal and more
• Onsite Campus Amenities
• Workout Facility
• Cafeteria
• Credit Union

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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