Laboratory Technician - Microbiology

Operating in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, this ultra-modern contract-testing laboratory is seeking a casual Micro Laboratory Technician or Microbiologist with sound analytical skills for an immediate start.

Accredited with the TGA and APVMA, the high-tech facilities encompass a broad range of analytical equipment primarily used in the Pharmaceutical, Veterinary and Bioanalytical sectors.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated and capable of hitting the ground running in a fast-paced, friendly environment, ready to provide sound theoretical and practical knowledge to a dedicated team of like-minded professionals.

Candidates must possess the ability to follow standard operation procedures to prepare and QC test various media.  Additional experience in the maintenance and calibration of analytical equipment will also be highly regarded.

The successful candidate may also be trained in routine microbiological pharmacopeial testing (USP, BP), on raw material and finished products.  Such as performing fully aseptic routine microbiological testing (water, bioburden, specific microorganisms, preservative efficacy, environmental monitoring and media preparation). The successful candidate may also be trained in confirmation of presumptive results, finalizing results and entering results in eLIMS.

For the right candidate there would also be training in visiting client sites to perform environmental monitoring.  A current Victorian drivers license will be essential for this part of the role.

Typical Hours may be from 10am to 6pm Mon to Fri and occasionally Sat mornings (once fully trained).