Job Description

Job Title: QC Analytical Lab Associate - Mircrobiology

Location: Allentown

Pay Rate: $24.00/hour

Schedule: 8 am till 4:30 pm

Long Term Contract Role

New Grads are welcome to apply

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated QC Analytical Lab Associate I to support microbiological quality control testing in a GMP-compliant laboratory. The successful candidate will contribute to critical lab functions including sterility testing, bacterial endotoxin testing, environmental monitoring, and media preparation. This role requires a strong foundation in aseptic technique, good documentation practices, and a willingness to work in a cleanroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sterility Testing using the direct inoculation method in an ISO 5 cleanroom. Requires full aseptic gowning (hood, jumpsuit, boots, face mask, gloves) and strict aseptic technique.
• Bacterial Endotoxin Testing (BET) utilizing the Kinetic Chromogenic method. Sample preparation includes depyrogenation, disassembly, dilution, and 96-well plate analysis.
• Media Preparation: Prepare TSB media and autoclave tools, glassware, and media for sterility testing and growth promotion.
• Growth Promotion & pH Testing on both in-house and purchased media.
• Environmental Monitoring: Gown into production areas to perform viable and non-viable sampling (air particulates, air microbial, surface). Incubate and read plates; document all results accurately.
• Glassware & Equipment Maintenance: Depyrogenation, washing, sterilization, and scheduled preventative maintenance of lab tools and equipment.
• Additional Duties:
• Trend environmental monitoring data
• Perform gram staining and subculturing of environmental isolates
• Collect samples for bioburden and cytotoxicity testing
• Support off-test activities and other routine lab tasks

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field)
• Demonstrated understanding of aseptic techniques and cleanroom gowning procedures
• Familiarity with GMP documentation standards and lab safety practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs
• Comfortable working with biological samples and laboratory equipment, including autoclaves and laminar flow hoods

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on microbiology experience in a regulated lab setting. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to start quickly, apply today!

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