Microbiologist I

Overview

Join our Quality team to advance innovative medical technologies by ensuring rigorous standards across every phase of development. As a Microbiologist I, you will leverage your expertise and enthusiasm for solving scientific challenges to support product lifecycle decisions that ultimately improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct studies to validate sterilization processes, microbiological and environmental monitoring protocols, maintaining compliance with standards.
• Implement microbiological testing methods for investigations, organism isolation, and identification, guided by internal and external regulations.
• Develop and validate laboratory equipment and testing procedures.
• Collect and manage samples needed for various experimental studies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to prepare protocols, documentation, and reports.
• Perform corrective and preventative action (CAPA) testing within the laboratory setting.
• Set operational parameters on specialized laboratory instruments, supporting quality control of raw materials through to final product release testing.
• Engage in continuous process improvement initiatives such as BEST and Lean, recommending enhancements for management consideration.
• Analyze data trends and formulate qualification strategies for new or modified medical devices and processes.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, providing evaluation and feedback on procedures and techniques.
• Fulfill additional duties assigned by leadership.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology.
• Preferably at least one year of experience working in a microbiology lab environment.

Desirable Skills and Attributes

• Strong written and oral communication skills coupled with interpersonal effectiveness.
• Analytical problem-solving capabilities.
• Familiarity with Edwards corporate policies and microbiology-related procedures.
• Solid understanding of microbiology principles, including sterilization, final product release testing, and environmental monitoring.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) within medical device contexts.
• Professionalism in engaging with colleagues at all organizational levels.
• Commitment to safety protocols, environmental health, and pollution prevention within the workplace.
• Capability to work independently on project components with supervision focused on validation and accuracy.