Please Note: This position is Wednesday-Saturday, 2nd Shift Swing (4pm - 2am)

Job Summary:
The Microbiology Associate will be part of the Microbiology Department responsible for the testing and support for the Microbiology Laboratory in support of a Contract Manufacturing biotechnology facility and Process Development. Responsibilities includes laboratory support, program testing, reporting of results, execution of protocols.

This person is responsible for the aspects of the following programs as directed by management:

• Environmental Monitoring (Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Surface Viable)
• Clean Utility Monitoring (Water Sampling, Bioburden, Conductivity, TOC, Coliform and Nitrates)
• Compressed Gas Monitoring (Collection, Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Dragger Tests and specific ID tests.)
• Product Testing (Bioburden, Endotoxin, Host Purity, or Non-Host)
• Media Release
• Laboratory Support

It is the expectation that this position is required to be onsite full time. Addition, this position should be in the laboratory/facility for a minimum of 75% time daily.

Job Responsibilities:

• Executes routine Microbial Laboratory work. Utilizes technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to program goals.
• Makes detailed observations and carries out elementary data analysis.
• Understands monitoring programs and methods and conducts troubleshooting analysis.
• Working knowledge of sampling equipment and testing instruments.
• Documentation and technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of current regulations and scientific literature.
• Assures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemical and biohazards used in the laboratory. Assures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum requirement is a Bachelor of Science degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of 0 – 3 years of experience

Salary: $21.00 - $31.00/hr. This position is also eligible for an additional shift differential.

Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, Sabbatical program, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. (KBI) is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. Any employee entering a KBI site located in the US must either (1) have provided proof of full vaccination (as defined by the CDC) with a COVID-19 vaccination which has been granted FDA approval or Emergency Use Authorization; or (2) perform weekly COVID-19 testing with negative test results.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

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