Microbiology Lab Lead

Description

• Ensure timely delivery of microbiological analyses.
• Document and review data results accurately.
• Maintain a world-class lab safety environment in compliance with all safety rules.
• Develop a strong understanding of the analytical methods used for sample analysis.
• Provide support and flexibility in analyzing samples for neighboring nutritional testing labs.
• Investigate technical discrepancies promptly.

Requirements

• Food science knowledge is advantageous.
• Ability to manually calculate analytical test results.
• Strong knowledge of analytical instrumentation, including PCR methods.
• 1-3 years of experience in a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, or a related field.
• Knowledge of microbiological plating techniques.
• Experience with laboratory quality control is preferred.
• Basic lab skills including aseptic technique, pipetting, and serial dilutions.
• Experience in microbiology is preferred.
• Understanding of laboratory quality systems, statistics, and document control.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Short and long-term disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Transportation benefits
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance