Job Description
Insight Global is seeking a microbiologist to support a pharmaceutical client in Rahway, NJ. This microbiologist plays a crucial role in ensuring the microbiological integrity of pharmaceutical manufacturing areas and pharmaceutical products. This professional conducts thorough environmental monitoring to uphold regulatory standards in GMP-regulated spaces and should be well versed in EM protocols, investigations, and quality risk assessments. Additionally, qualified candidates should have experience in routine drug product testing. This position is on-site 5 days a week.
Role and Responsibilities:
MICROBIOLOGICAL PRODUCT ANALYSIS
• Analyze samples and compile meaningful data
• Perform Investigations and prepare/respond to CAPA
• Review, revise Test Procedures/Standard Operating Procedures
• Ad Hoc work
• Rotational on-call assignments
MICROBIOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES Include (but not limited to):
• Receive, verify & Log in samples
• Return templates and shipping paperwork when and where appropriate
• Compile and trend data
• Prepare and ship materials offsite for ID/testing (when applicable)
• Environmental monitoring
• Stock culture management and quality control of same
• Biological indicator management
• Bioburden testing
• Water sampling
• Microbiological media management and quality control of same
• Sterilization activities
• Research experiments as deemed appropriate by client management
• Method Validation/Qualification
• Other microbiological activities
• Rotational on-call assignments for responding to alarms
GMP ACTIVITIES:
• Prepare GMP documentation as requested by management
• Perform laboratory sanitizations and ensure cleanliness of laboratory workspace
• Perform equipment sanitizations (incubators / hoods / refrigerators)
• Purchase supplies (GMP)
• Prepare and send documents to Records Center
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Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (Microbiology or Biological Sciences preferred
In-depth knowledge of GMP standards and regulations
1+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a microbiology related position
Knowledge of Environmental Monitoring practices (air, water, gas, utilities, surfaces)
Experience with routine product testing (Bioburden, endotoxin, TOC)
Ability to read and analyze EM and Product test results
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.