Job Description

Reference No. R2666640

Position Title: Technologist - QC Microbiology, B100

Department: Microbiology

Duration: Fixed-Term - Contract, End Date: December 22, 2023

Location: Sanofi Pasteur Limited, Toronto, Ontario

Sanofi Pasteur: The world's leading vaccine company

Sanofi Pasteur, the vaccines division of Sanofi, is the largest company in the world devoted entirely to human vaccines. Our driving goal is to protect people from infectious diseases by creating safe and effective vaccines. Our company distributes more than 1 billion doses of vaccine each year, making it possible to vaccinate more than 500 million people across the globe. Sanofi Pasteur offers the broadest range of vaccines in the world, providing protection against 20 bacterial and viral diseases.

Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions. With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe.

Major Activities of the Job:

Execute Testing Following Departmental SOPs/Approved Testing Protocols:

This activity involves receipt and management of sample, completion and reporting of relevant testing and the associated SAP tasks. It includes but not limited to :

Receive test samples (i.e. from environmental/gowning monitoring, utility systems and aseptic simulation studies, biological indicators and unknown cultures) and transfer to the appropriate testing area.

Perform testing, read and report results.

Submit microbial colonies recovered from testing for identification, when appropriate.

Maintenance of Quality Systems:

Ensure compliance is maintained in all daily activities by following SOPs, protocols and procedures as they apply.

Review and verify test results performed by other analysts.

Identify and notify Manager of any laboratory non-conformances.

Maintenance of Work Area, Test Related Equipment and Supplies:

Responsible for general maintenance of work area including cleaning of facility, equipment maintenance and disposal of hazardous waste.

Monitor and maintain inventory of test related materials and supplies. Liaison with purchasing, receiving and vendors.

Ensure the appropriate cleaning /equipment logs or other related records are completed and maintained as per the established procedures.

Training:

Complete On-the-job training according to current Lesson plans, and document as required. Attends and participates in relevant training sessions continuously.

Review relevant SOPs/literatures continuously.

Participate in regularly scheduled GMP updates and safety training.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum four (4) year Bachelor's Degree (Microbiology) plus a minimum two (2) years of previous relevant work experience.

Preferred two (2) years Master's Degree (Microbiology) plus a minimum one (1) year of previous relevant work experience.

Microscope /Rapid Identification system.

Biocontainment Cabinet.

Microbiological Methodology.

Aseptic Technique.

Well developed Computer Skills.

Hours Of Work:

• Inclusive from Monday - Friday: 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Thank you in advance for your interest.

Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Sanofi, Empowering Life

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At Sanofi diversity and inclusion is foundational to how we operate and embedded in our Core Values. We recognize to truly tap into the richness diversity brings we must lead with inclusion and have a workplace where those differences can thrive and be leveraged to empower the lives of our colleagues, patients and customers. We respect and celebrate the diversity of our people, their backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all.