Microbiology (microseq) Specialist Quality Control

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA

Carlow, Ireland
Microseq microbial identification
Dna extraction from isolates
Pcr amplification and sequencing
Lead MicroSEQ lab setup, equipment/reagent selection, and method validations

Job Summary

  • Lead MicroSEQ lab setup, equipment/reagent selection, and method validations.
  • Perform routine/nonroutine microbial IDs for environmental, water and investigation samples under cGMP.
  • Support audits/inspections, training, deviations, CAPAs, change controls and regulatory submissions.

Matching Summary

Lead MicroSEQ lab setup, equipment/reagent selection, and method validations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • MicroSEQ microbial identification
  • DNA extraction from isolates
  • PCR amplification and sequencing
  • cGMP QC lab experience
  • ALCOA+ data integrity

Nice-to-have

  • New laboratory build experience
  • Contamination control strategy
  • Technical growth opportunities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology, Molecular Biology or related field
  • Hands-on experience with MicroSEQ or equivalent sequencing platforms
  • Proven DNA extraction, PCR and sequencing workflow experience
  • Strong aseptic processing, environmental monitoring and contamination-control background
  • Experience in a cGMP QC lab

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