Tech 2, Microbiology Lab Associate - Working in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory (Onsite)

Position : Technician 2, Microbiology Lab Associate - working in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory,Location : Franklin Lakes, NJDuration : 12 Months 1st ShiftTotal Hours/week : 40.00Client : Medical Devices CompanyJob Category : ClinicalLevel of Experience : Entry LevelEmployment Type : Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders or GC EAD or OPT or EAD or CPTon site only.Job SummaryReporting to a supervisor/manager or higher, the Technician 2- Microbiology associate will:Execute a variety of laboratory tasks related to microbiological testing of pharmaceutical products Raw materials, and medical devices.Perform microbiological testing in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory under GLP conditions.ResponsibilitiesPerform routine and non-routine USP, ASTM, ISO, and CLSI based microbiological testing for anti-infective, antiseptic, or disinfectant efficacy (i.e., time-kill assay, MIC/MBC, sterility testing, microbial limits, bioburden).Execute testing following standard operating procedures in a BioSafety Level-2 LaboratoryAssists in the qualification and validation of equipment and lab instruments including calibration under established procedures.Responsible for maintaining laboratory notebooks following good documentation practice (GDP),Good laboratory practices (GLP) and supports compliance with GLP.Works proactively and independently with minimal oversight/supervision to complete projects.Education/ExperienceBachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Microbiology/Biological Sciences/Chemistry.Minimum of 1+ years of experience in a laboratory setting of microbiology or related industrialRequired SkillsWorking either as part of a team and independently is required.Detail oriented and excellent organizational skillsAbility to organize and prioritize work with limited guidanceExperience working in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory, academic or industrialPreferred SkillsExperience performing microbiology testing in a GXP laboratoryExperience working with LIMS data management softwarePhysical DemandsWork for extended periods of time in front of a biological safety cabinet, Standing or sitting at a laboratory bench for extended periods of time, Able to lift 25 lbs, Wear PPE appropriate for a BSL-2 laboratory, Able to lift 25 lbs, Wear PPE appropriate for a BSL-2 laboratory.Work EnvironmentBSL-2 Laboratory environment using personal protective equipment (PPE), where may encounter/use biological, chemical or human body fluid for testing and handle biohazardous waste. Some weekend work may be required.