Analyst , Laboratory Services (Micro)

at  Emergent BioSolutions

Those who join Emergent BioSolutions feel a sense of ownership about their future. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, innovation and growth opportunities. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance their scientific, technical and professional skills to develop products designed-to protect life.
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Job Summary
The Analyst, Laboratory Services, performs GMP compliant microbiological testing as required to support in-process manufacturing, raw material or product release, stability studies, and environmental monitoring. The Analyst, Laboratory Services also performs testing required to support assay and process validations. The incumbent will perform testing to support release of lab specific material (media, standards).
Responsibilities

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by those in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and other duties may be assigned.

• Perform routine laboratory procedures including analyzing and reviewing data
• Receive and test samples
• Receive, prepare, test, release materials used for QC testing (for example: media, standards)
• Document laboratory work consistent with GxP requirements
• Maintain laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents
• Perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures
• Initiate investigation reports attaching required documentation
• Adhere to all effective STM’s/SOPs and safety requirements
• Prepare and Autoclave supplies and garbage

Education, Experience & Skills

• University degree or technical diploma in microbiology, biology or related field of study
• 0-2 years experience in a pharmaceutical cGMP environment.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel
• Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical GLPs and GMPs
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and safety precautions
• WHMIS and biohazard safety awareness
• Ability to work in a fast paced and highly regulated environment
• Able to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities
• Competent in laboratory safety and generally-accepted lab practice, including maintaining adequate written laboratory records
• Able to communicate and articulate information in both written and verbal forms.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; can work collaboratively with others.
• Able to interpret analytical data
• Medical assessment required upon hire
• Ability to work shifts based on business needs.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.
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• Perform routine laboratory procedures including analyzing and reviewing data
• Receive and test samples
• Receive, prepare, test, release materials used for QC testing (for example: media, standards)
• Document laboratory work consistent with GxP requirements
• Maintain laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents
• Perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures
• Initiate investigation reports attaching required documentation
• Adhere to all effective STM’s/SOPs and safety requirements
• Prepare and Autoclave supplies and garbag