Associate Scientist I

The Associate Scientist I will manage multiple studies at different stages while performing efficacy testing in a clean room environment and detailed cosmetic evaluations of Medical Devices during Material Compatibility testing for multiple testing modalities. Much of the Associate Scientist I time will be spent in the labs conducting testing with the rest of the time spent on paperwork/training. 

What You'll do as an Associate Scientist:

• Carries out assigned projects, laboratory work, and data analysis under the direction of a supervisor.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Works under supervision with direct instructions. 
• Carries out routine and semi-routine tasks independently.
• Understands and complies with accepted laboratory and safety procedures.
• Demonstrates good laboratory technique.
• Demonstrates good problem solving/organizational skills
• Demonstrates solid proficiency of the following:
  • Microbiology techniques
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Use and interpretation of test controls in experiments.
  • Work with different sterilization technologies (VHP, liquid chemical, high level disinfection)
  • Inoculation and recovery of test articles
  • Operation of laboratory equipment used in testing.
  • Handling of BSL-1 and BSL-2 organisms

What You'll do as an Associate Scientist:

• Responsible for maintenance of microbiology equipment (BSCs, incubators, etc.).
• Demonstrates basic understanding of the following:
  • Sterility assurance
  • D-values
  • Bacterial spores
  • Sterilization technologies
  • Spectrophotometry
• Maintains spore stocks (population and purity evaluations, places new samples into culture collection).
• Demonstrates proficiency in the following:
  • ½ Cycle testing in various sterilization technologies
  • Critical parameters testing
  • Simulated use testing
• Preparation of some microbiological media.
• Basic understanding of microbiological techniques and use of applicable equipment.
• Helps meeting laboratory quality, housekeeping, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform efficacy testing in a clean room environment.
• Perform detailed cosmetic evaluations of Medical Devices during Material Compatibility testing.
• Manage multiple studies at different stages.

The Experience, Abilities and Skills Needed:

• Bachelor degree in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry is preferred. 
• Requires 0-3 years of related laboratory experience
• Demonstrated experience working successfully in a team environment.
• Maintains a level of technical knowledge consistent with current scientific literature and best practices.
• Complies with established protocols and within regulatory and laboratory requirements.
• Understands and complies with accepted laboratory and safety procedures.
• Independently operate various standard instruments and perform basic maintenance according to established methods.
• Demonstrates good writing skills for the following:
  • WIs and their revisions
  • Test plans/protocols
  • Laboratory reports
  • OOS reports
• Maintains a laboratory notebook and documents laboratory data accurately and timely
• Demonstrates oral communication skills:
  • Reporting of laboratory results to supervisor are accurate
  • Give presentations to group
• Perform all work in a safe and environmentally conscious manner

More Experience, Abilities and Skills Needed:

• Possess basic laboratory skills related to job field
• Skilled in the use of basic microbiology and/or chemistry laboratory equipment.
• Ability to read and follow protocols/WI's/methods.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Good communication (technical writing, written and verbal) and problem solving skills.
• Team player
• Ability to work in a methodical and organized fashion within established timelines.

What STERIS Offers:

At STERIS, we invest in our employees and their families for the long term! STERIS wouldn’t be where it is today without our incredible people. We shares our success together with you by rewarding you for your hard work and achievements.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays.
• Excellent healthcare, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with a company match
• Long/Short term disability coverage
• Parental Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Continued training and educations programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
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