Microbiology Specialist I

Position Summary:

Responsible for supporting microbiological programs and testing activities for processes, instruments and equipment. ensures the effective use of material, equipment and personnel while developing products and processes at high quality levels.

This person is responsible for the aspects of the following programs as directed by management:
Environmental Monitoring (Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Surface Viable)
Clean Utility Monitoring (Water Sampling, Bioburden, Conductivity, TOC, Coliform and Nitrates)
Compressed Gas Monitoring (Collection, Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Dragger Tests and specific ID tests)
Product Testing (Bioburden, Endotoxin, Host Purity, or Non-Host)
Media Release
Laboratory Support

It is the expectation that this position is required to be onsite full time. Addition, this position should be in the laboratory a minimum of 40%.

Position Responsibilities:

• Plan and review routine Microbial Laboratory work. Utilizes technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to program goals. May perform testing when required.
• Strong understands monitoring programs and methods and conducts troubleshooting analysis.
• Develop and execute method verifications and qualification protocols and investigations are performed appropriately. May execute testing when required.
• Makes detailed observations and carries out advanced data analysis.
• Qualified trainer for the Quality Microbiology team and performs training for staff on programs as needed.
• Familiarity with current regulations and scientific literature.
• Maintains current state of training prior to execution of tasks.
• Ensures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemical and biohazards used in the laboratory. Ensures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum requirement is a Bachelor of Science degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of 5 - 7 years of technical management experience; or a master's degree with 3 - 5 years or a Doctorate degree in Microbiology study and 1 - 3 years related experience and/or equivalent training preferred.
• If applicable, this person will have a minimum of 2 years' managerial experience.
• Must have knowledge of GMPs and biotechnology-derived product regulations and be able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the complex documents and regulations.
• Ability to respond effectively to the sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to write articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
• Ability to make effective presentations on complex topics to senior management peer group, employee groups, and/or customers.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases.
• Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, statistical analysis, and permutations.
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis
• Ability to use spreadsheets, the internet, email, a computer, a telephone, sampling equipment, and laboratory instruments

Also requires a demonstrated track record in the following areas:

• Strong orientation for Quality and Customer Service Demonstrated level of respect for individuals
• Demonstrated contribution to science in appropriate area
• High level of integrity and personal responsibility
• Strong Collaboration and Team building skills

Salary Range: $74,000 - $102,300

KBI Biopharma is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. Any employee entering a KBI site located in the US must inform KBI Biopharma of their vaccination status and must submit their vaccination status. All vaccinated employees are required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination, with a COVID-19 vaccination which has been granted FDA approval or Emergency Use Authorization.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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