Compliance Solution Consultant, Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring
Location: Frederick, MD (field based, with travel to client sites) Reports to: Director of Compliance Solutions Pay range: $65,000 to $70,000 per year Type: Full time
Love the lab? Come help the people searching for the cure.
At VaLogic Bio, we support those in the quest for the cure. Our clients are the biotech, pharma and research labs doing work that changes lives, and our job is to keep their environments, equipment and processes compliant so their science can move forward.
We are looking for a Compliance Solution Consultant with hands-on lab experience to take ownership of our in-house lab in Frederick and support our microbiology and environmental monitoring work. You will keep our lab running smoothly day to day and head out to client sites to help collect samples. If you like having a lab to call your own, keeping it organized and always improving it, this role was made for you.
What you will do
- Own the day to day operation of the VaLogic Bio lab, keeping it clean, organized, safe and audit ready
- Receive, log, incubate, read and track samples, and enter, trend and report microbiology and environmental monitoring (EM) results
- Review data packets for accuracy and completeness so client reports go out on time
- Manage lab supplies, media and inventory, and keep equipment maintained, calibrated and documented
- Drive continuous improvement in the lab: apply 5S and good housekeeping practices, standardize how work gets done, and suggest better ways of working
- Maintain lab SOPs, logbooks, work instructions and forms so the work is consistent and easy to repeat
- Assist with sample collection at client sites, including viable and non-viable air sampling, surface sampling and personnel monitoring, using aseptic technique, chain of custody and GMP documentation practices
- Travel to and from client sites in the region as scheduled
- Cross train across service lines and support teammates wherever help is needed
- Represent VaLogic Bio with professionalism and a customer first attitude
- Perform all other duties as assigned
What you bring
- Hands-on laboratory experience, ideally in microbiology, environmental monitoring, or a GMP/GLP regulated setting
- Experience keeping a lab organized and running, including inventory, equipment upkeep and lab documentation
- A degree in microbiology, biology, or a related science, or equivalent hands-on experience
- Working knowledge of aseptic technique and good documentation practices
- A naturally organized, detail minded approach and a habit of improving how things get done
- Comfort working independently, both in our lab and at client sites, and as part of a team
- Willingness to cross train and learn new skills
- A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel to client locations
- Clear communication with clients and coworkers
Nice to have
- Cleanroom gowning experience
- Experience with EM software, LIMS, or electronic quality systems
- Familiarity with USP <797>, USP <1116>, ISO 14644 or EU GMP Annex 1
Why VaLogic Bio
- Meaningful work that supports life sciences research and patient care
- A close knit team where your ideas get heard and put to use
- Training and cross training that grows your skills and your career
- Unlimited PTO
- A culture built on our I CARE values: Integrity, Customer Centered, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, all driven by Passion
VaLogic Bio is ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/IEC 27001 certified, and we take quality seriously in everything we do.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today. We would love to meet you.
No recruiters or agencies, please. We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from third parties for this position.
VaLogic Bio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering or technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 1 to 3 years of experience in a GMP, GLP or other regulated environment, or in the assigned service line
- Working knowledge of good documentation practices and regulated industry expectations
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently at client sites and as part of a team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn company systems
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to client sites
Preferred
- Experience in more than one VaLogic Bio service line
- Industry certifications relevant to the service line (for example NEBB, CETA or NSF for certification work)
- Familiarity with standards relevant to the assigned work, such as 21 CFR Parts 11, 210 and 211, ISO 14644, ISO/IEC 17025, USP chapters or GAMP 5
Physical demands and work environment
- Work is performed at client sites, in labs, cleanrooms and manufacturing areas, and in the office
- Must be able to follow gowning requirements and work in controlled environments
- May require standing, walking, bending, reaching and lifting up to [50] pounds
- Occasional early, late or weekend work may be needed to meet client schedules
Success in this role looks like
- Deliverables are accurate, complete and on time
- Clients find the Consultant reliable, professional and easy to work with
- The Consultant is building skills and cross training toward Senior Compliance Solution Consultant