Microbiologist (Environmental monitoring)

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Job description

Microbiologist (Environmental monitoring)

Kelly Services has provided outstanding employment opportunities to the most talented individuals in the marketplace. Today, we are proud to offer a long term contract opportunity for a Microbiologist (Environmental monitoring) with our client, a leader in the Medical Device industry, located in Rochester, NY.

One year contract

Day shift- will likely require working either Saturday or Sunday

Objectives: Conduct environmental monitoring (EM) per specifications for the Rochester Manufacturing Plant.

• Responsibilities:
• Support the EM program through analysis and communication by adhering to established guidelines. Contribute as a team member and perform specifically defined work/projects. May participate in quality projects or teams. Typically, an individual contributor with assigned specific work/tasks.
• Support of environmental/water monitoring for the Rochester Plant. Specific responsibilities include scheduling, sampling, testing, and maintenance of laboratory supplies.
• Perform microbiological testing to support Environmental Monitoring program requirements. Includes routine testing and validation support to the Rochester Plant and R&D. Assays include but are not limited to bioburden, air quality, water quality, and surface testing.
• Performs testing in conjunction with laboratory investigations.
• Prepares microbiological summary reports and performs peer review of other summary reports prepared by the microbiology dept.
• Assists with media preparation & growth promotion, and general laboratory housekeeping.
• Available to work off-shift hours and weekends

Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Life Sciences (Biology/Microbiology/Biotechnology, etc.) required. Equivalent experience through specialized training (relevant on the job training or certificate) may be considered.
• Experience in a GMP/GLP environment required.
• Ability to communicate and work well with others; good oral and written skills.
• Minimum of 1-4 years' experience in related field preferred
• Computer skills - Microsoft Office Suite

Important information: This position is recruited for by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A Kelly recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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