Lab Analyst

Job Description
Job Position:
Lab Microbiology Analyst 1
Duration: 12 months - (Temp-to-hire possibility)

Location:

Durham NC 27712

Shift: Mon-Friday 9-5/8-4 flexibility
Pay Rate: $22/hr no shift differential
Temp-to-hire possibility

ENTRY LEVEL ROLE

Position Summary:
The QC Microbiology Analyst 1 role is responsible for routine Microbiology testing. The responsibilities of this position include:

• Testing of finished product samples, special test requests, and stability per standard operating procedures.

• Preparation and maintenance of microbial cultures and microbial manipulation for testing using microbiological instrumentation, aseptic technique, and the proper PPE.

Investigational writing.

1) Quality
a) Ensures all testing documentation is completed in an accurate, thorough, and timely manner. Documents test results in compliance with procedures and GDP requirements.
b) Ensures review of laboratory testing is done in compliance with SOPs and is completed in an accurate and timely manner.
c) Maintains compliance with SOPs, GLP, GMP, and HSE requirements.
d) Prepares for regulatory, customer, and internal audits of microbiology laboratory areas.
i) Preparation includes review of logbooks, instrument calibration dates, material expirations, general cleanliness of laboratory area, etc.
e) Provides input for laboratory investigations and documents invalid test results in compliance with procedures.
2) Documentation/Training
a) Enters data into the laboratory information management system (LIMS) and applicable paper-based data sheets. Assists with LIMS data entry to support LIMS maintenance and validation activities.
b) Ensures personal training is maintained to current department processes and procedures.
3) Safety
a) Appropriately utilizes PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required to perform routine and non-routine laboratory duties.
4) Continuous Improvement
a) Participate in continuous improvement activities.
b) 6S:
Maintain the laboratory and other specific testing areas of responsibility in a well-organized, clean, and tidy manner in compliance with cGLP.
5) Other Duties
a) Performs additional job-related duties as assigned by management.

Training and Education
BS in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or related life science.
OR
in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, a high school diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant experience in a regulated environment, GMP preferred, OR an Associate's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience working in a regulated environment, GMP preferred.