Microbiologist; I or II

Microbiologist (I or II)

Gainesville Science Center — Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

We are looking for a Microbiologist (I or II) in 2183 SE Hawthorne Rd, Gainesville, FL 32641 USA. Your mission will be to:

Wage is commensurate with experience.

• Assist with culture preparation and sample inoculation.
• Prepare projects for shelf-life studies and less complex assignments, including ordering media, supplies and preparation of materials.
• Perform challenge studies under management oversight.
• Conduct less complex special testing and non-routine analyses.
• Prepare samples for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending.
• Pipette samples into tubes or onto agar plates according to the specific analysis process.
• Perform shelf-life studies with limited oversight.
• Assist with the interpretation of results.
• Track the status of designated tests to ensure client turnaround times are met and inform supervisors of any non-compliance.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness.
• Complete supply inventories and determine media needs for upcoming studies.
• Moderate knowledge of aseptic techniques.
• Proficiency in quantitative sample preparation, pipetting, and plating.
• General understanding of bacterial plate counts and entry-level microbiological techniques.
• General knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Ability to use calendars and daily checklists to organize studies.
• Strong multitasking skills and the manual dexterity required to manipulate samples.

• Assist with culture preparation and sample inoculation.
• Prepare projects for shelf-life studies and more complex assignments, including ordering media, supplies and preparation of materials.
• Perform shelf-life studies autonomously/project lead for shelf-life studies.
• Perform challenge studies with limited management oversight.
• Conduct more complex special testing and non-routine analyses.
• Manage calendar and daily checklist
• Assist with writing proposals, interpretation of data and writing final reports
• Schedule projects with management oversight
• Limited customer interaction (i.e., provide sample receipt conditions, communicate minor project adjustments, project status and send preliminary reports)
• Prepare samples for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending.
• Pipette samples into tubes or onto agar plates according to the specific analysis process.
• Track the status of designated tests to ensure client turnaround times are met and inform supervisors of any non-compliance.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness.
• Complete supply inventories and determine media needs for upcoming studies.
• Expert knowledge of aseptic techniques.
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Strong multitasking skills and the manual dexterity required to manipulate samples.
• Ability to use calendars and daily checklists to organize studies.
• Proficiency in quantitative sample preparation, pipetting, and plating.
• General understanding of bacterial plate counts and entry-level microbiological techniques.
• General knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

Knowledge: The incumbent must have a basic knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results.

Profile (required education/qualifications and professional background): One (1)- 2 years of experience. The incumbent must have a general knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain the correct results. Basic chemistry knowledge is needed to prepare the media to the specification of the sample. A basic knowledge of food science is necessary to analyze the microbiological content of samples.

Associates degree required, Bachelors preferred or equivalent work experience.

Required skills: Analytical skills are essential to complete analysis procedures and determine the concentration of the microorganism. A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required to process client data. Physical dexterity is required for manipulating samples. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices is required to ensure a safe working environment. Interpersonal skills are required to effectively work within teams.

Work Environment
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The incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and…