Job Summary

Full-time Lab Technician required to operate under the Technical Services Department for our Microbial Solution Site in Dublin.
The successful candidate will be responsible for processing microbial and LAL testing samples in the laboratory utilizing various technology platforms.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform LAL testing for different studies as assigned encompassing a full range of LAL techniques, gel-clot, kinetic and PTS.
• Perform IQ, OQ, PQ of lab equipment such as Biotek, PTS and maintain appropriate documents.
• Perform contract testing laboratories for Celsis and LAL including method development studies, method validation studies, accessory release, CSE/RSE, LAL water etc as required.
• Perform laboratory activities necessary to isolate, grow and maintain cultures of bacteria.
• Perform and manage bioburden testing, membrane filtration and, cleaning validations.
• Ensure adherence to pertinent regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA, ISO) and to departmental policies, practices and procedures [SOPs, safety procedures and biosafety protocols].
• Collaborate with inventory check of laboratory consumables and assist with general housekeeping of the laboratory, performing equipment maintenance and scheduling instrument calibrations.
• Assist management with development and revision of departmental standard operating procedures and qualification documents.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Degree in Microbiology, Biology or a related discipline.
• Experience: 2+ years related experience in a microbiology laboratory setting. Experience in cGMP pharmaceutical microbiology environment is preferred.
• Other: Knowledge of windows based programs such as word and excel and a minimum knowledge of algebra.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Requires colour vision, close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly works in a stationary position; occasionally moves about the lab/office to access supplies and equipment.
• Regularly communicates with other employees/customers and must be able to exchange accurate information verbally and in written form.
• Occasionally operates a computer.
• Occasionally must perform manual handling.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) according to company standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Working in a lab environment. May work with sharp objects, near toxic or caustic chemicals, with biohazards, may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, unpleasant odors and may be exposed to the risk of radiation.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly wears protective clothing and equipment (lab coat and safety glasses) when exposed to the laboratory area

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