YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Temporary Microbiologist in 3600 Eagle Nest Dr, North Building, Crete, IL 60417 USA. Your mission will be to:

• Follow appropriate methods and SOPS on all tasks. Maintain quality control records
• Read, calculate, record data in Laboratory Information Management System
• Perform rapid test methods
• Perform confirmation tests on suspect samples to identify the strain of bacteria
• Read, enter and evaluate process control samples
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities
• Support root cause analysis investigations and suggest appropriate corrective actions
• Weigh the appropriate amount of sample and pour correct agar to begin analysis procedures. Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked
• Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed. Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process
• Prepare samples for analysis by recording, weighing and blending
• Read, calculate and record analysis data to produce a report for the client. Correct any discrepancies that occur on the worksheet
• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process
• Support department inventory management system
• Perform confirmation tests on suspect plates or tubes to identify the strain of bacteria
• Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required
• Must be able to perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment critical to sample analysis
• Update equipment records on forms ore in software systems as needed
• Must keep up-to-date on assigned training
• Adhere to all safety policies
• Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the management system.
• Perform other related tasks as needed

Please refer the Job description for details