Laboratory Technician

PRI Global; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PRI Global seeks a Food Microbiology Laboratory Specialist to support in-house food microbiology testing and laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with microbiology testing, media preparation, plating, and sample processing.

Experience with food ingredients, finished products, and environmental samples is highly valued. A Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, or related field is required, with 2–3 years of hands-on experience; 5+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, or a related scientific field.
• 2–3 years of hands-on food microbiology testing experience preferred.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, candidates must have 5+ years of relevant food microbiology work experience.
• Strong hands-on microbiology laboratory experience is required.
• Experience with food ingredients, finished products, and/or environmental samples is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support in-house food microbiology testing and laboratory operations.
• Hands-on microbiology testing, media preparation, plating, and sample processing as required.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Hands-on microbiology testing

Media preparation

Plating

Sample processing

Microbiology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Food Microbiology Laboratory Specialist to support in-house food microbiology testing and laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with food microbiology testing, media preparation, microbiological analysis, plating, and sample processing.

Microbiology experience is the most important qualification for this role. Food Science experience is a plus but is not required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, or a related scientific field.
• 2–3 years of hands-on food microbiology testing experience preferred.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, candidates must have 5+ years of relevant food microbiology work experience.
• Strong hands-on microbiology laboratory experience is required.
• Experience with food ingredients, finished products, and/or environmental samples is highly preferred.