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Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Veeva.\nWorking knowledge of cGXP, ICH guidelines, FDA, USP/EP/JP compendial requirements, and data integrity principles.\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment with minimal supervision.\nExcellent organizational and task management skills.\nAdvanced understanding of microbiological methods and laboratory techniques.\nWorking knowledge of automation platforms.\nStrong data analysis, trending, technical writing, and written and verbal communication skills.\nEffective problem solving and critical thinking skills.\nAbility to work weekends as part of a F-M schedule\nSkills\nData Integrity, Detail-Oriented, Digital Fluency, GxP Regulations, Lean Management, Problem Solving, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Risk Awareness, Testing OperationsPlease visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.\nWhy GSK?\nUniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.\nGSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.\nPeople and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.\nIf you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the appropriate Recruitment Staff by emailing us at - \nGSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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