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Microbiologist

Columbia, MD

Job Description Summary

The Microbiologist is an integral part of the R&D team and supports the research and development of biological products in a safe and efficient manner. The duties of the Microbiologist include cultivation and fermentation of various microbial cultures in petri dishes, shake flasks, and small fermenters; maintaining microbial strain collections; performing QC of production batches when necessary; developing new and adapting current methods when required; providing Microbiology guidance and expertise to projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Propagation of microbial strains.
Fermentation studies in shake flasks and small fermenters scale.
Characterization of microbial strain by microbial techniques.
Maintain viability and quality control of strain collection.
Perform QC tests for Microbial preparation.
Work closely and coordinate with other specialists within the R&D Teamviz. Formulation Scientists, Analytical Chemists, Assistant Scientists.
Provide samples for various Regulatory requests.
Maintain records of experimental results and archives of data.

Education/Experience:

BS degree in Microbiology (Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Food, Dairy, Fermentation) with at least 3 years’ work experience in a lab.
Experience in various microbiological methods.
Experience in liquid fermentation.
Works well in a team environment.
Skills: written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management.
Qualities: Enthusiastic, curious, dedicated, positive attitude, and a team player.

Work Environment/Travel Requirements:

Work is conducted in a laboratory setting, onsite. Position requires sitting and standing for several hours at a time and the ability to push, pull, or lift 40 lb. Possible flexible hours if something urgent needs attending to over the weekend. Travel less than 5%.

The ideal candidate will have leadership, adaptability, and organizational skills with the potential for future advancement into positions of greater responsibility for the company’s long-term strategic growth.

The position is located at the company’s headquarters in the suburban Baltimore/Washington region.

Certis provides health benefits, a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching contributions, and a performance-based annual bonus opportunity in addition to base salary.

Certis Biologicals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact

Human Resources

HRdepartment@certisbio.com

Certis USA, L.L.C
9145 Guilford Road, Suite 175
Columbia, Maryland 21046