Microbiologist 2

Microbiologist 2Date: Dec 20, 2024Location: Morrisville, NC, USCompany: TeleflexExpected Travel : NoneRequisition ID :11445About Teleflex IncorporatedAs a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, QuikClot™, LMA™, Pilling™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com .Global Operations - Global Operations is a complex and diverse organization within the company which is responsible for product fulfilment to all our customers from end to end. We pride ourselves on being totally Customer Centric in our unrelenting focus on Improving Quality, Service and Value as perceived by our customers. Our employees are dedicated to the Global Operations Enterprise Excellence journey. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients’ lives.Position SummaryThis role is responsible for being a subject matter expert (SME) on the methodologies of the testing being completed in the Microbiology Lab. This will require review of samples to ensure testing is performed according to provided work instruction. Fulfill microbiology role supporting new product development and other production sterilization activities. Lead investigations and provide technical support for non-conforming events and CAPA related to microbiology.Principal Responsibilities Perform and participate in development of product validations to adopt into test procedures Execute routine Bacterial Endotoxin Tests and product bioburden tests Execute media growth promotion testing and Gram staining Lead nonconformance investigations Maintain stock of lab supplies Review and approve test results generated by the Microbiology Lab according to good documentation practices Assist in training junior microbiologists in validated test methods Execute testing to support sterilization cycle revalidations and product change assessments Supports as an SME for audits Serve as microbiology member on product development teams May perform additional tasks, as assignedEducation / Experience Requirements Bachelor’s Degree required in a scientific discipline Minimum 2 years’ experience with medical device microbiology laboratory Laboratory experience in bioburden, bacterial endotoxin testing, and/or reprocessing of reusable devicesSpecialized Skills / Other Requirements Manage workload autonomously and clearly communicate status Familiarity of quality management system (QMS) structure and good documentation practices (GDP) Thorough understanding of at least one discipline within microbiology Previous experience in a laboratory environment Analytical ability to troubleshoot and investigate laboratory errors Thorough understanding of basic laboratory requirements - including aseptic technique Strong computer literacy Proficient in technical report writing and review Ability to define, organize, and manage individual tasks Effective verbal and written communication Ability to coordinate and execute activities involving multiple internal and external functions Interpersonal skills; working in a team and as an individual contributor Foster a positive culture of growth, collaboration, and achievement across the organization#LI-NR1At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.Teleflex, Inc. is an affirmative action & equal opportunity employer. D/V/M/F. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. If you require accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at: 877-880-8588 or Talent@Teleflex.com.Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, QuikClot™, LMA™, Pilling™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.© 2024 Teleflex Incorporated. All rights reserved.