Lab Analyst - Microbiology

Job Description

This position is responsible for performing microbiology release testing on incoming, in-process, and finished products while assisting in laboratory operations. The focus of the role is compliance with regulatory activities and company procedures related to the laboratory department.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biological testing per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements, including microbial sequencing, gram staining, endotoxin, bioburden, and sterility testing.
• Maintain daily use, maintenance, and cleaning logs for general laboratory areas and equipment, ensuring routine preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment to guarantee accuracy of results.
• Prepare Certificates of Analysis for review.
• Perform data entry, trending, and record organization.
• Assist in performing incoming material inspection.
• Participate in test method and equipment validations.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, as well as company standards and specifications.
• Assist the Laboratory Manager as needed.

• Experience with PCR, specifically microbial identification testing.
• Experience running common laboratory equipment including micropipettes, centrifuges, and biological safety cabinets.
• Experience in a GMP or GLP facility.
• Use of good documentation skills and organizational skills to record lab procedures and results.
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills to evaluate assay strengths and weaknesses.
• General knowledge of qualitative and quantitative chemistry, mathematics, and biological principles.
• Understanding of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Familiarity with compendial testing and regulatory guidance.
• Experience running endotoxin, bioburden, and/or sterility tests.
• Familiarity with method development and validation procedures.
• Experience working in a Federally Regulated Facility.

• Bachelors degree in biology or other scientific studies, or equivalent experience in the field.
• Must be able to work in a variety of positions and locations such as sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking for prolonged periods.
• Potential exposure to chemicals during assay preparation, requiring special safety precautions.
• Comfortable and able to don personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety goggles, and lab coat.
• Team player with the ability to multi-task and be flexible, juggling multiple tasks at once.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Cannabis experience is not comparable to this GMP regulated environment.

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8am - 4:30pm, with flexibility for earlier or later start times upon communication. The work environment is characterized by a small team of 3 people in the microbiology department. The lab is GMP and FDA regulated, with a focus on teamwork and collaboration to build and develop new methods. The atmosphere is akin to a startup company, promoting creativity and individual authenticity.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Golden,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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