Microbiologist

　　EAST STROUDSBURG, PA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1921+PARADISE+TRAIL+EAST+STROUDSBURG+PA+18301)

　　Description

　　The Microbiologist is responsible for performing all microbial testing in an accurate, consistent and precise manor.

　　Job Functions

　　Employee is to perform microbial content testing on raw materials, in process bulk and finished product samples

　　Employee is to maintain documentation and records of the above testing in a computer to prepare report

　　Employee is to prepare media and maintain instruments and cultures in the microbiology lab

　　Employee is to dispose of culture and media waste according to standard operating procedures

　　Employee is to write, revise and edit stand operating procedures for microbiological testing.

　　Employee is to control lab supplies inventory.

　　Employee is to endeavor to acquire new technology related to microbiology

　　Employee is to perform other duties as assigned.

　　Requirements

　　B.S. degree in Microbiology or equivalent science courses is mandatory.

　　Basic knowledge of aseptic techniques, media preparation and culture maintenance

　　Knowledge of current FDA, USP, EU and ISO test procedures

　　Be able to set up, adjust, calibrate, clean maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment including autoclave.

　　Media preparation, culture maintenance, culture and media waste disposal

　　Must be able to work in a fasted paced environment, handle multiple tasks and effectively prioritize.

　　Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

　　Knowledge of Microsoft Office.