Microbiologist

Apex Systems; Boulder, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Microbiologist for our Boulder, Colorado on-site laboratory to support pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. The role focuses on growth, structure, development, and characteristics of bacteria and microorganisms, performing duties in a quality-controlled lab.

The position requires 0–2 years GMP lab experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong math, reading, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.
• 0-2 years GMP lab experience.
• Strong math, reading and comprehension skills.
• Mechanical aptitude with lab equipment.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to work closely with a team.
• Ability to work on 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiologic assays including bioburden, media qualification, culture qualification, and Microbial ID.
• Perform Endotoxin and TOC analysis on water samples.
• Maintain the Micro Lab, including supply ordering, sterilization, instrument maintenance and calibration, and basic lab housekeeping.
• Collect water samples according to SOP and ALCOA+ principles.
• Support senior-level QC Micro Staff with general lab duties.
• Perform basic methods on test samples.

Skills

Math skills

Reading skills

Comprehension

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

MicrobiologistLocation: Boulder, Colorado (Onsite)Shift: Wed-Sat day shiftPay Rate: $26 to $32 an hour

Role OverviewThis role involves studying the growth, structure, development, and general characteristics of bacteria and other microorganisms. The position requires performing various duties within a quality-controlled laboratory environment to support pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform microbiologic assays including bioburden, media qualification, culture qualification, and Microbial ID.
• Perform Endotoxin and TOC analysis on water samples.
• Maintain the Micro Lab, which includes supply ordering, sterilization, instrument maintenance and calibration, and basic lab housekeeping activities.
• Collect water samples according to SOP and following ALCOA+ principles.
• Support senior-level QC Micro Staff with general lab duties.
• Perform basic methods on test samples.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Minimum Bachelor's Degree (BA) from a four-year college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: 0-2 years of related experience in a GMP laboratory and/or training.
• Technical Skills:Strong math, reading, and comprehension skills.
• Technical Skills:Mechanical aptitude with lab equipment.
• Technical Skills:Good communication and computer skills.
• Technical Skills:Attention to detail.
• Technical Skills:Ability to work closely with team members to achieve a common goal.
• Technical Skills:Ability to work on 12-hour rotating shifts, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, low levels of toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The physical demands require the ability to work with hands, talk, hear, stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers an HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.