Description: 12 hour rotating shift Hours will be 7am-7pm Candidates will be required to enter clean rooms and will need to be fully gowned for that piece of the process. Job Responsibilities • Operate lab equipment such as laminar flow hoods, autoclave, incubators, and other equipment • Read plates and enter test results and other data into LIMS • Initiate paperwork for microbial out of limit investigations and provide needed information to Investigators • Perform monthly safety audits • Sustain a clean and safe work environment utilizing 6S principles • Perform growth promotion testing and media sterility verification; release media in BLAS and LIMS • Approve paperwork including Microbial Identification forms, media production, growth tests, and incubator logs • Assist in assimilating the monthly Microbial Identification report • Prepare media used for microbiological testing such as TSA and TSB • Perform Thermal Death Time testing • Responsible for general housekeeping of Laboratory Skills: biology, laboratory Top Skills Details: biology Additional Skills & Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Computer literate/knowledge of Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel) • Familiarity with quality based computer systems such as LIMS • Attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a timely manner • Must have a basic understanding of laboratory instrumentation and equipment such as laminar flow hoods, autoclaves, incubators • Good documentation skills and knowledge of GDPs (Good Documentation Practices) • Knowledge of aseptic sampling and testing techniques and microbiological testing according to FDA, cGMP, GLPs and USP testing methodology • Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and peers • Knowledge of aseptic technique and microbiological testing according to FDA, cGMP, GLPs and USP testing methodology • Must be experienced in executing general microbiology procedures • Must be able to lift 50 lbs Required Education and Experience • B.S. degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related science • 0-2 years of experience; minimum 1 year experience in Pharmaceutical/Medical Device industry preferred Experience Level: Entry Level About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.