Description:

Pacific BioLabs is an independent CRO offering cGMP/GLP testing services in toxicology, biocompatibility, pharmacology, analytical chemistry, and microbiology. Founded in 1982, PBL is beginning a new chapter, applying significant investment and energy towards modernizing workflows, upgrading facilities and most importantly, enhancing our employee experience. We are looking for talented, energetic scientists and professionals to share in our passion for our mission to enhance public health through the testing services we provide to our pharma, biotech and medical device clients. If you are up for a challenge, come join our team!

PBL has an immediate opening for a fulltime onsite Media Preparation Technician in the Microbiology Services Department. The Media Preparation Technician will report to the Director of Microbiology. As a member of the PBL Microbiology Services team, the Media Prep Technician will fill an entry level role that will make contributions to the growth of the department primarily through media preparation, glassware cleaning, lab cleaning and support of the company's continuous improvement initiatives and client needs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Manufacture media to satisfy the requests of Team Leads and Management schedule
Ensure labs are clean and safe (in compliance with cGMP) and properly stocked
Prepare media, glassware and dry goods in strict accordance with SOPs, cGMP, cGLP, ISO/IEC 17025, and other applicable regulatory requirements that support client release of intermediates and/or finished products
Perform water, steam and critical utility collection and perform internal and /or external Environmental Monitoring (EM)
Prepare dry goods, liquid media and biowaste autoclave sterilization cycles and other laboratory housekeeping tasks
Make in-house reagents, stock solutions, media and microbial suspensions
Perform other laboratory tests such as but not limited to: residue checks, conductivity and pH
Clean/maintain lab equipment such as glassware, freezers, hoods, incubators, water baths etc.
Maintain accurate and complete test records
Perform simple supportive assays (for example; Biological indicator and other testing set-up activities)
Always be audit ready
Maintain positive/professional relationships with clients and co-workers
Additional responsibilities related to job function

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience

BS/BA in Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology or equivalent - Microbiology degree preferred with 0+ years' relevant experience in microbiology or;
Associate degree in related scientific discipline and 0+ year of experience in Microbiology or related scientific field laboratory or;
High school diploma and 0+ years of experience in Microbiology or related scientific field laboratory
0+ years GMP/GLP laboratory/FDA experience required
Related training certifications and self-learning are a plus
Local candidates (San Francisco Bay Area) preferred

Technical Skills

Excellent documentation and writing skills
Effectively operate in an evolving, complex and dynamic environment that changes by the hour
Simple math skills
Clean room experience is a plus but not required

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational skills
Excellent written, verbal and communication skills
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Creative and detail oriented
Goal orientated and eager to learn
Ability to multitask, time management and efficient
Self-motivated

Physical Abilities

Ability to lift 30 pounds and stand for extensive periods of time (up to 6 hours)
Utilize ergonomics to perform repetitive motion tasks with hands and arms
Able to work in a BSC/LAF/clean room
Capable of working at the lab bench for most of the day (up to 8 hours)

Safety/Hazards Information

Ability to tolerate the smell of Gram-negative organisms and laboratory disinfectants
Able to work safely with Biosafety Level II (BSL II) microorganisms and bloodborne pathogens

Additional Information

Able to effectively navigate computer systems
Ability to work off shift hours and weekends when needed

The pay range for this position is $41,000 to $51,000 paid on hourly basis excluding overtime. The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. This position will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, and other benefits.

Pacific BioLabs is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors.

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