Environmental Monitoring Technician

ABOUT VGXI Inc.

VGXI is a leading-edge CDMO dedicated to revolutionizing the biopharmaceutical industry with best-in-class nucleic acid-based products and services. We deliver manufacturing excellence in state-of-the-art facilities with the agility and scale to meet projects of all sizes to serve the global community of next-generation therapeutic developers. 

If you are driven by innovation, fueled by scientific curiosity, and committed to making a positive impact on the global pharmaceutical community, you’ve come to the right place. We are always looking for quality-minded, team-oriented individuals who share our dedication to excellence. At VGXI, we’ve cultivated a workplace that people genuinely enjoy being a part of, and we take immense pride in the role they play in shaping our success story. We embrace a culture of quality in our products and in our people. Explore the possibilities, unlock your potential, and contribute to the future of Plasmid DNA manufacturing and precision medicine with VGXI. 

Summary

The primary responsibility of Environmental Monitoring Technician is to perform all EM monitoring and related testing, water sampling and testing. Responsibilities also could include in-process and release testing of products manufactured at VGXI. Set-up, organization, and day-to-day operations of a Quality Control Lab are also required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for EM activities as follows:                                                                       

·        Non-viable Airborne Monitoring

·        Viable Monitoring

·        Conductivity

·        pH                                                   

·        TOC 

·        Endotoxin Testing                                                           

·        Environmental Monitoring related microbial testing

·        Water sampling and analysis

·        Gas Sampling and analysis

·        Media Growth Promotion

·        Gowning procedures

Responsible for documentation/administration as follows:

·        Organizing all accumulated data

·        Keeping notebooks up to date, signed, and reviewed.

·        Write reports as needed and enter data in software programs.

·        Writing Standard Operating Procedures and Protocols

·        Investigations/Deviations

·        Validation documentation

Software Skills which may include:          

·        TOC Software

·        EndoScan Software

·        PowerPoint, Excel and Word software

·        Other operational software related to equipment used in EM                       

Other General Duties as assigned may include:

·        Supply Management (stocked, ordered and labeled)

·        Cleaning lab (trash removal, sweeping, etc.)

·        Calibration and preventive maintenance of equipment

·        Reagent preparation

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s or Associate's degree or equivalent from college or technical school; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent. A combination of education and experience with 2 or more years of experience is preferrable.

BENEFITS

At VGXI, we recognize that our employees are at the heart of our success, and we offer exceptional benefits that reflect our commitment to their well-being. Our comprehensive offerings include a range of quality benefits, available to our employees from day one (no waiting period). Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off Including Holidays, Vacation and Sick/Personal Leave. 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

At VGXI, we are committed to recognizing and valuing you. Our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and contributions fuel innovation and allow us to success both as individuals and as a team. We have established and embrace a culture of acceptance and inclusion with equity in recruiting, hiring, developing, and investing in talented people. Our commitment to these principles supports a diverse workforce and empowers us to achieve our mission of leading the industry in producing the next generation of therapeutics to improve patients’ lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer