Senior Quality Control Lab Analyst

This is a full-time, onsite position based in St. Louis, Missouri, working Monday through Friday.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other science related field
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of microbiology laboratory experience, including testing in accordance with current USP and EP requirements; 5+ years of relevant microbiology experience strongly preferred
• Collaboration Tool: Experience using Microsoft Suite applications (Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Experience with Biolog, BMU, and MALDI-TOF systems
  • Experience performing endotoxin testing, including gel clot and kinetic methods
  • Knowledge of USP/EP microbiological compendial testing and associated regulatory requirements
  • Experience in a GMP-regulated microbiology laboratory environment

• Conduct routine testing for microbial contamination. Including but not limited to, total plate count, yeast and mold count, specified pathogen testing, and endotoxin testing.
• Prepare and process raw material, in-process samples, and finished products for microbiological testing.
• Analyze test results, prepare reports and document findings in laboratory notebooks or electronic systems.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure proper documentation of all laboratory activities, test results and events.
• Conduct validation and qualification of microbiological test methods, consumables and laboratory equipment.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, laminar flow hoods, and microbial identification systems. Ensure equipment calibration is performed per established schedules.
• Conduct routine environmental monitoring of laboratory and production areas, including water and viable air monitoring.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and order consumables as needed.
• Lead investigations and report findings to Quality Control management.
• Assist with training and mentoring of new and/or junior team members on laboratory processes and techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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