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Microbiology Associate Scientist
Who we are?
As a French pharmaceutical industrial group, we strive to make healthcare solutions that improve and simplify patients' lives accessible to as many people as possible.
As a world leader in sterile single dose, we have 10 sites on 4 continents and more than 2400 employees.
Since 2013, our site Unither Manufacturing LLC. based in Rochester (NY), specializes in the manufacture of Blow-Fill-Seal, Liquid Stick-Packs, Pharmaceutical bottles, Tablets and Capsules. It has more than 360 employees.
Your role
Reporting to the Microbiology Supervisor,
JOB SUMMARY:
Perform microbiological analysesand environmental monitoring to support manufacturing and packaging operationsusing suitable instrumentation according to cGMP's. Supports laboratory toensure laboratory procedures, equipment, supplies and inventory are availablefor routine testing, monitoring and for qualification and implementation of newtests and equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sample Testing and Environmental Monitoring
Perform routine microbiological analyses and reporting of raw materials, components, sample requests and finished products, including but not limited to Microbial Limits.
Perform environmental monitoring of purified water, water for injections, clean steam, compressed air and non-sterile manufacturing operations.
Perform duties that support the laboratory function such as media preparation, housekeeping, and use of autoclaves.
Perform environmental sampling in advanced aseptic areas. Ability to aseptically gown required.
Ability to work aseptically in a lab setting as well as aseptic processing area.
Actively participates in job training.
LaboratoryEnvironment Maintained to GMP Standards
Prepares media, reagents, and diluents.
Provides support for start-up functions, including but not limited to, balance checks, temperature checks, calibration checks, and remediation of biological wastes.
Performs laboratory glassware washing.
Autoclaves utensils, reagents, media, diluents and test equipment Performs laboratory file maintenance.
Monitors equipment certification/calibration schedules and schedules associated calibration/certifications.
Inventory Maintained at Appropriate Levels
Maintains supply inventory through ordering, receipt and rotation of supplies.
Performs inventory.
Safe, Compliant,Efficient Labs
Supports lab systems assigned and maintains laboratory in compliance with SOPs, cGMPs, HS&E requirements, and FDA, DEA, USP, EP, CDC/NIH and OSHA regulations.
Your profile

• EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
  High School Diploma/GED required, Associates degree in Biology or related field preferred.
  Minimum 1-year prior cGMP or regulated environment experience (including internships/ co-ops) required.
  KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  Ability to read, communicate and legibly write in English, analyze and interpret scientific and regulatory documents.
  Ability to apply and understand general mathematical concepts such as exponents, averages, and logarithms.
  Ability to apply principles of logical and scientific thinking to a wide range of practical and applied problems.
  Ability to work independently and in a team environment and take the initiative to learn new techniques.
  Effective planning, organization, and prioritization of multiple work assignments and/or projects.
  Must have excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures and perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and quality.
  Ability to quickly learn and demonstrate comprehension of cGMP's and SOP's.
  Computer Skills:
  Basic Outlook skills as evidenced by creating and sending messages, working with address books, message handling, creating and using personal folders, scheduling appointments, working with meeting requests and managing tasks.
  Basic Microsoft Word skills as evidenced by the ability to produce basic business letters and simple tables and charts; as well as check spelling, set tabs, change page orientation, sort, save, open and organize electronic files.
  Basic Excel skills as evidenced by the ability to use workbooks, create simple formulas, insert and delete data, create and edit charts, filter and sort lists, and format data.

Compensation range
24,00 - 30,00 USD
*The referenced compensation range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
A Smarter Total Compensation Package
At Unither, your base salary is just the beginning. Our Total Rewards include:

• 100% employer-paid medical premiums (a $2,000-$6,000+ annual value)
• 401(k) contributions: 6% match plus an additional 4% company-funded contribution
• HSA contributions with wellness incentives
• Annual performance bonuses and merit increase eligibility
• And more-because we invest in your health, your future, and your peace of mind.

It's a package designed to reward impact-not just hours worked.
More Than Just a PaycheckAt Unither, we don't just offer competitive hourly wages-we also pay 100% of your medical premiums. That means no paycheck deductions for your healthcare, which can be worth an extra $1 to $3.50 an hour in your pocket compared to jobs where you pay part of the premium.
Learn more about us:
We are a dynamic company driven by a spirit of victory and are therefore pursuing strong growth while maintaining a close relationship with our customers and employees.
Our culture is based on 5 values: Respect, Responsibility, Trust, Courage and Innovation. We are committed to bringing these values to life with our employees by granting them a high degree of autonomy in the exercise of their profession and by encouraging their initiatives.
We are committed to providing them with working conditions and atmosphere that is conducive to their development and the expression of their potential.
We propose you to integrate a site that values the meaning of work and that entrusts our employees with a high level of responsibility.
Join us and make a difference!
Unither is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and to ensuring equal employment opportunity for all applicants.