Microbiologist I - Direct Microscopy & Training

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

Flexible spending account

Job summary

EMSL Analytical, Inc. is seeking a Microbiologist I in Cinnaminson, NJ to perform preparation and analysis of environmental samples by direct microscopy. On-the-job training is provided; no lab experience is required beyond a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities include preparing and analyzing samples, reading fungi in spore traps, generating reports in the LIMS, and maintaining equipment. Full-time role with comprehensive benefits and standard weekday hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Science; Biology or Microbiology preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction
• Laboratory experience in academic or commercial setting 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, biological safety cabinets, filtration manifolds and adhere to sterile techniques and good lab practices
• Ability to distinguish colors in order to perform analysis
• Ability to work independently, and as a part of a team, self-motivated, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Effective time management organizational skills, and ability to multi- task and prioritize with minimal assistance

Responsibilities

• Preparation and analysis of a variety of environmental samples for analysis by direct microscopy
• Reading and identifying fungi in spore trap and tape samples using optical microscopy
• Generate analytical reports and enter data into the LIMS system
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed
• Perform quality control practices per company Quality Assurance/Quality Control manual
• Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager

Skills

Direct microscopy experience

Teamwork

Time management

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science

Tools

Phase contrast microscope

Light microscope

Analytical balance

Biological safety cabinet

Filtration manifolds

Job description

EMSL Analytical, Inc. is seeking a Microbiologist I in Cinnaminson, NJ to perform preparation and analysis of environmental samples by direct microscopy. On-the-job training is provided; no lab experience is required beyond a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities include preparing and analyzing samples, reading fungi in spore traps, generating reports in the LIMS, and maintaining equipment. Full-time role with comprehensive benefits and standard weekday hours.