Microbiology Associate II; Wed-Sat

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The Microbiology Associate II will be part of the Microbiology Department responsible for the testing and support for the Microbiology Laboratory in support of a Contract Manufacturing biotechnology facility and Process Development. The position will be a first shift, 10-hour/shift position, located at the Hamlin Road facility. The role includes laboratory support, program testing, reporting of results, and execution of protocols.

This position is onsite full time with a requirement to be in the laboratory/facility for a minimum of 75% of daily time. Normal working hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm.

• Executes routine Microbial Laboratory work. Utilizes technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to program goals.
• Makes detailed observations and carries out elementary data analysis.
• Understands monitoring programs and methods and conducts troubleshooting analysis.
• Working knowledge of sampling equipment and testing instruments.
• Documentation and technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of current regulations and scientific literature.
• Ensures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemical and biohazards used in the laboratory.
• Ensures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste.

• Bachelor of Science degree in a scientific discipline with 2–3 years of technical management experience; or a master’s degree with 1 year; or Doctorate in Microbiology with related experience or equivalent training preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and peers.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases.
• Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, statistical analysis, and permutations.
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for periods longer than 3 hours. Position requires donning PPE.
• Knowledge of and experience using computers, word processing, spreadsheets, Internet, and e-mail.
• Knowledge of and experience using telephone, sampling equipment and laboratory instruments.

• Microbiology Associate II: $26.44 / hr.
  
  - $36.49 / hr.

KBI Biopharma is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. Any employee entering a KBI site located in the US must inform KBI Biopharma of their vaccination status and must submit their vaccination status. All vaccinated employees are required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination, with a COVID-19 vaccination which has been granted FDA approval or Emergency Use Authorization.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc.

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