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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). Job Wrapping ID: #LI-AJ3 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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