QO Lab Analyst II (Microbiology)

States considered: Michigan

POSITION SUMMARY

The QO Laboratory Analyst supports routine testing and review of microbiology data in a GMP environment. The QO Lab Analyst works effectively in a fast-paced, customer-oriented, team laboratory environment to analyze finished product samples prior to commercial release. This is a dynamic, growing lab within a growing manufacturing site with opportunity to learn new skills and to work cross-functionally.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyzes raw materials, qualified utilities, APIs, and/or finished product samples in support of the company's quality program in the microbiology laboratory.
• Performs environmental monitoring.
• Supports microbiological programs including release/stability testing, sanitization/sterilization validation, media prep, and growth promotion.
• Performs, documents, record checks, and troubleshoots qualitative or quantitative assays on samples using techniques that vary from use of standard laboratory equipment to highly modern and automated instrumentation.
• Interprets and evaluates data in terms of accuracy, precision, trends, and potential GMP impact and recommends appropriate corrective action where necessary.
• Participates in laboratory investigations as required.
• This position may also be responsible for writing routine protocols or conducting assay, process, or instrument qualifications.
• The applicant may train others as skills and knowledge allow.
• Recommends and executes process improvements to continually improve laboratory performance.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Must have demonstrated proficiency in aseptic technique.
• Ability to quickly learn new skills/techniques.
• High productivity and the ability to multi-task coupled with a low error rate and attention to detail are critical characteristics of this position.
• Must demonstrate flexibility/agility and engagement in a changing environment.
• The candidate is expected to display good laboratory technique to avoid cross-contamination or misidentification of samples.
• Able to comprehend and perform both routine and non-routine analyses from compendial and internal sources.
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• AAS or BA/BS in Microbiology, Biology, or related science preferred.
• Previous QA/QC experience in a GMP Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment desired.
• Preferred experience includes GMP documentation, drug product formulation, in-plant laboratory, Incoming Inspection, SAP, LIMS
• Key characteristics of a successful candidate in this position: willingness and ability to learn, ability to work in a team environment, and attention to detail.
  

SHIFT HOURS

This position may require colleagues to work weekends and/or holidays to meet business or customer needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must not be Cephalosporin/Penicillin sensitive.

While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is regularly exposed to both office settings and a laboratory setting. The work conditions for this position are 70% stationary and 30% standing and walking throughout the workday. The job duties involved occasional lifting (less than 35lbs).

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Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.