Microbiology Technical Specialist

Job Description: Job Title: Microbiology Technical Specialist

Location: St. Louis, MO Duration: Permanent Job Role: The ideal candidate will act as a technical expert to provide technical guidance to lab staff, clientele and sales/business development personnel. This role will be for those with prior lab experience and a desire to enhance their career outside of a supervisor position. The candidate will be expected to work independently with limited supervision. Other responsibilities include: Oversight of technical projects including method development, validations, verifications and transfers. Technical writing including, but not limited to, authoring protocol and summary reports. Troubleshooting methods; conducting investigations into non-conformances, deviations, OOS and CAPAs. Ensuring compliance with CFR, FDA, DEA, and GMP regulatory requirements.

Qualifications: BS/MS degree in Microbiology or related scientific discipline with 5+ years of experience in a cGMP regulated environment. Extensive knowledge of Microbiology principles with extensive experience in 3 or more of the following areas: Technical Writing Sterility (Clean room or isolator)Bacterial Endotoxin Testing Microbial Limit Testing Antibiotic Assays Antimicrobial Effectiveness Testing Cell Culture Experience meeting aggressive timelines. Strong computer experience using professional tools such as Excel and Word. We do have a referral bonus of $500 per candidate, if you refer any of your friends or colleagues who are looking out for the same job.