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Microbiology Services Assistant Manager

Pacific BioLabs

Hercules, CA 94547

$95,000-$125,000/yr

~ 14 min OnsiteHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline
Advanced knowledge of current guidelines for microbiological and sterility assurance testing of medical devices and pharmaceuticals
Must be well-versed in both USP and European test methods, as well as AAMI guidelines
Minimum of 4 years of microbiology laboratory experience in the pharmaceutical, medical device, CRO, biotechnology, or related life sciences industry
Must be proficient at all of the laboratory skills required of Microbiology Analysts in the department. This includes aseptic technique, serial dilutions, gram staining procedures, and preparation of test media. This also includes microorganism culturing techniques and basic biochemical characteristic evaluation, as well as operation of sterilization equipment. The Assistant Manager should also be proficient at bioburden recovery, radiation dose setting, and cleaning-disinfection validation procedures
Advanced math and computer skills
Solid grasp of advanced scientific language and current industry standards and practices
Critical thinking skills appropriate for advanced problem-solving activities
Intellectual aptitude for analyzing data and drawing conclusions based on current guidelines, SOPs, etc.
Excellent language and communication skills
Must be able to clearly communicate priorities and responsibilities on a daily basis
Solid leadership skills
Must be able to give directions clearly
Must be able to build consensus, effectively manage priorities, and unite diverse individuals in pursuit of common goals
Must be capable of working with persons from diverse backgrounds
Requires frequent use of hands, arms, and manual dexterity to perform laboratory procedures and operate laboratory equipment
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Must be able to occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 25 pounds
Must be capable of working at lab bench for up to three hours at a time, and for up to eight hours on a given day
Must be capable of working at a desk and computer terminal for up to three hours at a time, and for up to eight hours on a given day