QC Associate

Company: Aerotek
Location: Hayward
Posted on: April 1, 2021

Job Description:

Description:Position Summary: Responsible for performing quality control testing of Biolog's product line and assisting with QA assignments/projects as needed. The individual reports to the Quality Assurance Manager.Primary Responsibilities:Perform quality control testing of Biolog's productsPrepare microbiological mediaOrder and organize laboratory suppliesAssist in other quality assurance efforts as directed. Minimum Job Requirements (including education and experience):BA or BS in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or cell biology required. Demonstrable microbiological laboratory experience required. Job requires handling of potentially infectious microorganisms under BSL2 conditions. Good laboratory technique a must. Written and verbal communication skills required.Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes:The position will require attention to detail and organizational skill. The candidate should be knowledgeable about basic microbiology including: bacterial isolations and inoculationsmicrobiological media preparationbacteria identification techniques (tube media/ identification systems)bacterial staining techniqueaseptic techniquechemical solution preparationserial dilutions lab/equipment upkeepbacterial nomenclaturepropagation and storage of microorganismsSkills:microbiology, molecular biology, molecular cell biology, media preparation, aseptic technique, lab/equipment upkeep, bacteria cultureTop Skills Details:- BS in Microbiology or Molecular Biology- High attention to detail- A candidate looking to gain experience in QCAdditional Skills & Qualifications:Requirements: Minimum requirement for this position is a Bachelor's degree in Biology, preferably Microbiology or Cell Biology.Preferably at least 1 year experience in a quality control, research or clinical laboratory in microbiology, cellular biology or molecular biology, including operation and validation of software-controlled laboratory equipment.Preferably 1 year experience in a formal and documented quality assurance environment.Hands on practical experience with bacterial isolation and cultures.Experience with handling bacteria and aseptic technique.Ability to create media such as agar plates.Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes:Working knowledge of laboratory techniques in microbiology and/or cellular biology.Familiarity with formal quality systems (such as cGMP or ISO) which include documented procedures and recordkeeping.Ability to judge a product's fitness for its intended use based on the original R&D specifications, compliance with quality standards, and acceptability to customers.Skilled in the preparation, review, approval, and improvement of documentation for manufacturing and quality control.Excellent communication skills, oral and writtenAbility to use common computer software such as MS Word and MS ExcelExperience Level:Entry Level About Aerotek:We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards 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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