Intern Lab Researcher Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

I. Position Overview:

The position is responsible for performing microbiological analyses, in process bioburden testing, final product endotoxin and sterility testing.

II. Specific Duties, Activities, and Responsibilities:

Base:

· Completely, accurately, and precisely prepares all laboratory reports and/or test scripts and documents in accordance with cGDP and cGMP requirements

· Demonstrates high ethical standards

· Maintain current training status on relevant equipment and procedures

· Comply with all cGMP, regulatory and corporate and EHS requirements

· Demonstrates ability to multi-task and prioritize work

· Maintain laboratory in audit readiness per cGDP and cGMP practices

· Perform peer review for testing and calculations, as necessary

· Recognizes Out of Specification, atypical and/or anomalous data, escalates to management, as necessary

Laboratory Work:

· Maintain, clean, and sterilize laboratory instruments and equipment

· Perform water sampling, including DI water, WFI and steam

· Perform sterility, endotoxin, bioburden testing of product and microbiological samples

· Subculture and characterize microbial isolates using Gram stain

· Perform growth promotion testing of liquid and plated media, including media fills

· Perform bacteriostasis/fungistasis testing to validate test methods

· Process and incubate exposed biological indicators

· Receive and prepare samples and equipment for testing

· Incubate and examine tests, including but not limited to bioburden, sterility, BIs and media fill units

· Enumerate bacteria; prepare shipments for outside laboratories

· Understand the science behind the above listed testing requirements, be able to clearly communicate testing requirements and expectations.

· Understand environmental monitoring, the different testing requirements, and the interpretation of the results.

· Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including but not limited to incubators, autoclaves, ovens, vacuum pumps; assist with qualifications and validations

· Support R&D and Technical Services activities

· Maintain effectiveness of the Quality System components relevant to this position.

· Identify, evaluate, and manage risk to ensure product quality. Communicate risk policies and processes throughout the organization.

· Other duties as assigned.

III. Position Requirements:

Education or Equivalent:

· B.S in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or equivalent

Experience:

· Experience in a lab setting (academic, intern or other)

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

· Demonstrated intermediate mathematical ability

· High level of attention to detail, well organized and multi-task oriented

· Excellent documentation skills

· Strong communication skills both written and oral

· Strong problem solving and analytical skills

· Works well in a team environment with a variety of individuals and personalities within and between departments

· Must be able to multitask, be proactive and willing to take initiative and responsibility

· Should be familiar with cGMP and safe work practices

· Make sound judgments. Act ethically

· Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak clear English.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to stand for up to 8 hours per day

· Visual Acuity (20/30 corrected vision)

· May be exposed to inclement weather or be required to work in environments or under conditions that require the use of protective gear and/or awareness of personal safety and safety of others

· Frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing ladders/steps, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, twisting, writing, talking, bending, handling, turning, balancing, carrying, grasping, listening

· Occasional walking up inclines and uneven terrain, stooping, kneeling, crouching

· Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds