Microbiologist B (Temporary Positions 3-6 months)

Company: LGM PHARMA SOLUTIONS LLC
Location: Irvine
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

LGMPharma is a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO)and provider of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API). With excellent APIsourcing and supply chain expertise together with our drug product contractdevelopment and manufacturing solutions, LGM is a premier end-to-end solutionsprovider to the global pharmaceutical industry.

We are ahigh-growth organization looking to accelerate the development andcommercialization of high-quality therapeutics worldwide. We have offices inCalifornia, Texas, Kentucky, Florida and Israel and are searching for a Temporary Microbiologist B for our CA location.

*RESPONSIBILITIES: *

* Perform microbiological assay of Cyanocobalamin (B12), Folic Acid, Niacinamide, Biotin and Pantothenic Acid on finished products.
* Perform microbiological limit test, including but not limited to, Total aerobic microbial count, Yeast and Mold, _Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, E. Coli and Salmonella._
* Maintain the use of live microbiological agents and cultures.
* Utilize, maintain, and troubleshoot microbiological instrumentation such as microscope, autoclave, incubators, refrigerators, freezers, biological safety cabinet, and automated microbiological incubation system.
* Collect and analyze samples for environmental monitoring (water, swabs, and air) of microbiological load. Evaluate data for trends.
* Perform and document laboratory investigations as necessary.
* Perform and document work in compliance with standard operating procedures, cGMP regulations, and applicable laboratory safety standards.
* Review laboratory notebooks for accuracy and completeness.
* Perform and/or assist with equipment calibrations and qualification.
* Perform method validations, method transfers, and method troubleshooting.
* Culturing and Freezing of Mold for use in Suitability studies.
* Assist laboratory management in preparation for internal, customer and agency audits.
* May be responsible for specific areas, functions, projects, and/or instrumentation based on experience and expertise.
* Assist in training.
* Other related duties as required.

*QUALIFICATIONS: *

* Bachelor's degree in microbiology or closely related discipline.
* 1 - 3 years experience in microbiological and/or chemistry laboratory, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* 1 - 3 years experience with aseptic technique and use of microbiological test methods.
* Ability to follow standard operating procedures.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to organize, prioritize and effectively perform concurrent tasks with minimal supervision.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Desire to work in a positive team environment.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $23.00 - $31.96 per hour

Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:
* Irvine, CA 92614: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location%58047475%

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