Microbiologist I

Job Description

The Microbiologist I will support the development and troubleshooting of various projects related to cell and gene therapy products. This role presents unique opportunity to grow diverse technical and intellectual skills in a highly dynamic and impactful environment. We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated by our mission and technology, is self-organized, and is flexible to support a range of projects within a fast-growing organization, must be independent, goal oriented, and able to efficiently work across multiple projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a diverse team to develop new products for cell and gene therapy applications.
• Perform comprehensive data analysis, prepare statistical analysis of results, and write technical reports
• Maintain logbooks related to inventory and equipment
• Perform microbial testing of raw materials, bulk, finished products and aseptic packaging components. Testing may include the following: Endotoxin, Sterility, Bioburden, pH, TOC, Conductivity, Osmolality, Plate Enumeration, Growth Promotion, etc.
• Aseptic Sampling of in-process samples for testing.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and draft technical reports to comply with good laboratory practices. and standard operating procedures.
• Maintains laboratory supplies and reagents inventory.
• Compiles, analyzes, trends data and creates visual representations of data.
• Generate, analyze, and record high-quality data using documentation, and database tools.
• Attend, participate in, and present results at cross-functional team meetings.
• Work with Area Management to complete Phase I investigations for LIRs.
• Perform any tasks assigned by the management to supporting the microbiology lab.

Education, Experience, & Qualification:

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or related discipline with 0- 1 years’ experience in pharmaceutical, microbiology, or related field with equivalent laboratory experience.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail, strong documentation skills, and ability to communicate technical findings effectively both written and verbal.
• A proven ability to collaborate with team members to complete projects in an efficient and timely manner.
• Capability and desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Prior experience with working in a GMP lab is highly desirable.
• Understanding of compliance and cGMP considerations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.