Microbiologist Intern
This internship is a part of CONMED TALENT LAUNCH – a hands on, immersive program designed to provide students with the exposure, experience and development needed to launch a successful career at CONMED. Program highlights include networking with senior leaders and recent college graduates, feedback and coaching, cross-functional shadowing opportunities, and more!
The mission and goal for Microbiology Laboratory and Sterilization Technical Services is to provide world class support by conducting microbiology testing, environmental testing and sterilization support for all the CONMED locations. We are seeking a Microbiologist Intern to join our team starting in June 2021.
As a Microbiologist Intern, you will acquire various skills and knowledge, including:
- Proper Aseptic testing technique
- Proper laboratory cleaning practices
- How to author microbiology protocols
- How to properly soil a medical device instrument
Intern Responsibilities:
- Perform Biological indicator testing
- Perform Bioburden testing
- Manufacture Biological indicators to support the sterilization process
- Work on cleaning studies/validations
- IQ/OQ for new and existing lab equipment
- Sterilization Adoption by Equivalency
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness according to established schedules and procedures
The Microbiologist Intern’s work will help support three CONMED locations with Microbiology testing. The intern will also help/assist in ensuring the CONMED sterilization network doesn’t have any delays pertaining to Gamma and EO sterilization.
Position Requirements:
- Pursuing completion of a bachelors or masters degree in microbiology or a closely related field
- Laboratory experience in medical device highly preferred
- Must be available to work onsite in the Largo, FL facility
- Must be available to work forty hours per week, Monday – Friday, June 1 – July 30, 2021