Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets

and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and

delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the

possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals

that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create,

through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

Responsible for supporting Meridian’s Quality Policy and operating procedures through taking an active

role in the qualification of acquired specimens for use in lab production, quality control, technical

support, and validations/investigations. Utilize instruments and preparing standard and stock solutions;

calibration and value assignments of sensor lots, recording and analyzing test data,

maintaining/calibrating/validating lab instruments and equipment; shipping manufactured reagents,

order QC supplies. Troubleshoot customer complaints, perform investigative and development studies,

and perform related laboratory work A heavy emphasis on documentation and process controls in

compliance with current Quality System Regulations and ISO standards is required.

· Responsible for technical work of testing specimens, reagents, sensors and equipment to

specifications and standards.

· Perform qualification testing of materials, reagents, sensors, and equipment in support of

manufacturing operations.

· Conduct tests of biomedical electrodes, and sensors which involve setting up testing instruments and systems; utilizing chart readings; measuring standards; and interpreting test data. · Analyze test data on all conducted tests and make necessary calculations to obtain final test results. · Prepare and maintain complete records on all tests. · Troubleshoot customer complaints which include testing product to verify complaint and analyzing test data to determine extent of action or recommend resolution of problem/complaint. · Perform investigative studies into Production problems and perform development studies related to new product identification and documentation. · Fulfill submitted specimen requests. · Input specimen data into the specimen database. · Maintain and evaluate specimen inventory levels. · Write and/or revise specimen database procedures. · Write and/or revise assay related procedures. · Perform final testing of Proficiency and Control samples or arrange for outside evaluation. · Write and/or revise procedures related to proficiency samples. · Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties/Physical Requirements:

· Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs throughout the workday in a multi-location

facility.

· Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (latex or nitrile gloves, safety glasses/face

shields, lab coat, etc.).

· Must be able to adhere to applicable bio-safety practices when on the manufacturing floor.

· Ability to work on a PC including repetitive use of a keyboard and mouse for long periods

throughout the course of the workday.

· Must be able to analyze, concentrate, and solve complex issues throughout the workday.

· Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent experience required.

· Experience in an FDA-regulated manufacturing, or laboratory environment is desirable.

· Working knowledge/hands-on experience with at least some of the following: micropipetting, microscopes, ELISA plate readers, laminar flow hoods, PCR hoods, analytical balances, centrifuges, pH meters, aseptic technique, IVD test kits

Competencies Required or preferred:

· Understand principles of Quality Management System, including requirements of Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP), Good Documentation Practice (GDP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Quality System Regulation (QSR), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 13485. · Demonstrates proficiency with ELISA, SDS-PAGE (Coomassie Stain, Silver Stain, Western Blotting), endotoxin analysis, immunodiffusion, HPLC, pH, and bioburden analysis. · Experience in authoring and executing test method validations. · Excellent working knowledge of CGMP, QSR, GLP, and ISO regulations. · Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

· Practical knowledge of control and standards management and qualification · Ability to conduct product or process investigations. · Extensive experience with Out of Specification procedures is preferred. · Ability to interact in internal and external audits and act a role model for the QC department. · Detail and process oriented.

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. (USA Only)*