Microbiologist II

About the Position

We are seeking a Microbiologist II to conduct a variety of specific test methods and manage studies in a regulated commercial lab environment. The role is full-time and based in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a variety of specific test methods and manages studies according to applicable standards and regulations (GMP/GLP/ISO) and clients' specifications.
• Prepares media and reagents required for microbiological analyses.
• Conducts analyses of samples in accordance with USP, EP ASTM, AOAC, FDA, EPA, or other compendia procedures, procedures supplied by the client, and other non-routine procedures as encountered.
• Schedules analyses to meet completion deadlines while ensuring thorough and thoughtful conduct.
• Practices aseptic techniques and disinfection per laboratory SOPs.
• Responsible for accurate and timely recordkeeping, diligently following standards for analysis and SOPs.
• Accountable for quality assurance tasks, including lab area monitoring, media qualification, incubator, instrument and equipment calibration, and maintenance and sterilization procedures.
• Accesses appropriate technical references and documents data in notebooks and LIMS.
• Mentors and trains new microbiologists as needed.
• Maintains orderly work area and documents activities in accordance with cGMP.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related sciences.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment.
• Skills:
  • Experience with sterility testing (USP <71>).
  • Thorough knowledge of scientific principles.

We Offer

• Salary: $28.00/Hour
• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs.
• Wealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target.
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program.
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time).

About the Company

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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