QC Microbiologist

Client Overview
Our client is a collaborative, professional lab facility overseen by established leaders with many years of hands-on experience. They boast a positive work environment facilitating success, with a common goal of creating safe and effective products for consumers. They are currently looking to add a QC Microbiologist to their team.
Salary/Hourly Rate
$21/hr - $24/hr
Position Overview
The company is seeking a detail-oriented QC Microbiologist to join a highly regulated manufacturing site housing labs and a production floor. This entry-level laboratory role focuses on microbial testing of in-process and finished goods, ensuring products meet regulatory and quality benchmarks before reaching consumers.
Responsibilities Of The QC Microbiologist

• Conduct microbial testing on incoming raw materials, in-process batches, and finished goods.
• Keep thorough, organized records of testing activities using digital systems and/or physical logbooks.
• Evaluate and interpret microbiological results with attention to accuracy.
• Communicate findings clearly to lab leadership and relevant departments.
• Prepare growth media, conduct growth promotion testing, and log all related activities.
• Safely dispose of biological waste and spent media per internal protocols.
• Track and manage laboratory supply inventory.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain lab equipment, including autoclaves, and troubleshoot as needed.
• Stay current on emerging tools and methods in microbiological testing.
• Take on additional tasks as needed to support lab operations.
  

Required Experience/Skills For The QC Microbiologist

• Foundational understanding of aseptic technique, media preparation, and culture handling.
• Experience preparing media, maintaining cultures, and disposing of biological waste properly.
• Capacity to work independently, following instructions and standard procedures to completion.
  

Preferred Experience/Skills For The QC Microbiologist

• Familiarity with FDA, USP, EU, and ISO standards for microbial testing.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or another scientific field is required.

Benefits

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).