Senior Analyst, Quality Control; EM &Micro) 2nd Shift

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Senior Analyst, Quality Control (EM &Micro) will serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for EM testing and Microbiology Lab testing and takes ownership of the different testing, collaborating of quality initiatives and in providing technical guidance to the junior staff. This role provides opportunities to utilize experience and implement new technologies in QC Microbiology.

• Serve as SME for EM and Microbiology testing in trouble shooting, enhancement to micro methods and EM sample management.
• Take responsibility for establishing testing timelines, execution, and monitoring the test results for Growth promotion, Bioburden, Microbial , Bubble point, Endotoxin, Sterility, pH, Osmolality, Biological Indicators, etc.
• Assist with writing and implementing SOP’s, work instructions and protocols according to cGMP and Forge guidelines.
• Oversee scheduling, tracking and release of QC Buffer testing (pH, Conductivity, Bioburden Endotoxin, and Osmolality).
• Perform / Review of Laboratory investigations, Deviations, Change controls, CAPAs etc. in a timely manner.
• Oversee timely entry of various testing results into databases and assist timely closure of EM trending reports.
• Submit purchase orders for equipment and materials-Inventory Management
• Assist with APS, hold time studies, BI studies, BB and Sterility validations and other validations activities.
• Work collaboratively with cross functional teams to improve quality, increase efficiency and turnaround of Micro/EM testing results.
• Perform training and technical guidance on laboratory methods and instrumentation to other Junior Analysts.
• Support regulatory and client inspections and support QC EM/Micro in internal audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Biology or related scientific field required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a GMP-regulated QC or EM environment including Microbiology Laboratory.
• Demonstrated proficiency in microbiology laboratory techniques such as Bioburden by membrane filtration/Milliflex, Endotoxin analysis,…