Microbiology Analyst – Evening shift (Edenton, NC)

IEH company; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

JLA International in Edenton, NC is seeking a Microbiology Analyst for the evening shift. The role includes analyzing food samples for pathogens via PCR and immunoassay, performing microbial enumerations, and plating using aseptic technique.

You will enter data, prepare reports, and assist with quality control, media prep, and general lab duties. This is a full-time position with benefits after a brief waiting period; weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• An associate degree is required.
• BS/BA in Microbiology or related field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Analyze food samples for pathogens using PCR and immunoassays.
• Perform microbe enumerations and plating using aseptic technique.
• Enter data and generate laboratory reports.
• Contribute to quality control and media preparation.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and perform dish washing.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Aseptic technique

Education

Associate degree (required)

BS/BA in Microbiology or related field (preferred)

Job description

Microbiology Analyst – Evening shift (Edenton, NC)

JLA International, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Microbiology Analyst – Evening shift position at its facility in Edenton, NC.

Ideal candidates will possess the following:

• An associate degree (required); a BS or BA in the Microbiology or related field (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory

Microbiology Analyst duties include: analysis of food samples for pathogens via PCR and immunoassay, various microbe enumerations, compositing and plating samples using aseptic technique, data entry, laboratory reporting, quality control, media preparation, dish washing, and other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time position in which the employee will be eligible for standard benefits after a brief waiting period. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, from 12:00pm – 8:30pm. The laboratory operates weekends, so candidates must be willing to work some weekends.

Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate-to-severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

EEOC Know Your Rights Poster:
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