Entry-Level Microbiologist – Direct Microscopy & Env Samples

Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service of Southern New Jersey; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

FSA

Job summary

EMSL Analytical, Inc. in Cinnaminson, NJ seeks a Microbiologist I specializing in direct microscopy to prepare and analyze environmental samples. No prior laboratory experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided.

The role is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule and an initial training shift. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holiday pay, and a flexible spending account.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Science (Biology or Microbiology preferred).
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Laboratory experience is a plus.
• Experience with spore traps, direct microscopy, culture-based microbiology, bacteriology, or mycology is a plus.
• Ability to work with phase contrast and light microscopes, analytical balances, biosafety cabinets, filtration manifolds, and sterile techniques.
• Ability to distinguish colors for analysis.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze environmental samples by direct microscopy.
• Read and identify fungi in spore trap and tape samples.
• Generate analytical reports and enter data into the LIMS.
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Follow QA/QC practices per manual.
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager.

Skills

Direct microscopy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

EMSL Analytical, Inc. in Cinnaminson, NJ seeks a Microbiologist I specializing in direct microscopy to prepare and analyze environmental samples. No prior laboratory experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided.

The role is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule and an initial training shift. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holiday pay, and a flexible spending account.