Job Title: Microbiology Laboratory TechnicianLocation: Franklin Lakes NJDuration: 12+ Months ContractPay: $35/hr W2Job Summary:Reporting to a supervisor/manager or higher, the Technician 2- Microbiology associate will:- Execute a variety of laboratory tasks related to microbiological testing of pharmaceutical products- raw materials, and medical devices.- Perform microbiological testing in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory under GLP conditions. Responsibilities: - Perform routine and non-routine USP, ASTM, ISO, and CLSI based microbiological testing for anti-infective, antiseptic, or disinfectant efficacy (i.e., time-kill assay, MIC/MBC, sterility testing, microbial limits, bioburden).- Execute testing following standard operating procedures in a BioSafety Level-2 Laboratory- Assists in the qualification and validation of equipment and lab instruments including calibration under established procedures.- Responsible for maintaining laboratory notebooks following good documentation practice (GDP),- Good laboratory practices (GLP) and supports compliance with GLP.- Works proactively and independently with minimal oversight/supervision to complete projects. Education/Experience: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Microbiology/Biological Sciences/Chemistry.Minimum of 1+ years of experience in a laboratory setting of microbiology or related industrial Required Skills:- Working either as part of a team and independently is required.- Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills- Ability to organize and prioritize work with limited guidance- Experience working in a BioSafety Level-2 laboratory, academic or industrialPreferred Skills:- Experience performing microbiology testing in a GXP laboratory- Experience working with LIMS data management software Physical Demands:Work for extended periods of time in front of a biological safety cabinet, Standing or sitting at a laboratory bench for extended periods of time, Able to lift 25 lbs, Wear PPE appropriate for a BSL-2 laboratory, Able to lift 25 lbs, Wear PPE appropriate for a BSL-2 laboratoryWork Environment: BSL-2 Laboratory environment using personal protective equipment (PPE), where may encounter/use biological, chemical or human body fluid for testing and handle biohazardous waste. The Shift is a Hybrid Shift 12-8pm. Some weekend work may be required.