Microbiologist I

• Location: Madison, WI
• Type: Contract To Hire
• Job #37642

Microbiologist I
Madison, Wisconsin

Our Client is looking to bring-on an entry-level Microbiologist to their esteemed team of biological science professionals. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors Degree in Microbiology and be ready to learn in a professional laboratory setting. This position is is a great opportunity for new graduates or those ready to enter the field of Microbiology. Our Client is hiring immediately. Don’t delay, apply today!

This is a Contract-to-Hire Opportunity starting at $22.00 an hour.

Available Shifts:

• Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30am – 7pm

• Sunday – Thursday, 10:30am – 7pm

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, or Associates Degree in Biological Sciences with 1-year minimum relevant experience

• Basic knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results.

• Basic computer and technical skills useful to accurately enter testing data and results.

• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies necessary to ensure a safe working environment.

• Planning skills to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within specified time.

• Analytical skills essential to complete analysis procedures and determine the concentration of the microorganism.

• A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System

• Physical dexterity is required for manipulating samples.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample

• Record findings on worksheet for verification

• Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked

• Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed

• Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process

• Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending

• Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature

• Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required

• Sterilize materials needed for analysis. Autoclave plates before discarding

• Perform food poisoning, pH and other analysis tests on sample when requested by the client

• Ensure that media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence

• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities

• Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis

• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process

• Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and sanitized

• Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required

• Adhere to all safety policies

• Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system

• Perform other related tasks as needed

Candidates must pass a background check and drug screening for this opportunity.