Microbiology Associate

Eurofins; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services in San Diego is seeking a Microbiology Associate to perform routine microbial testing and support environmental monitoring in a cGMP-regulated setting. You will prepare samples, reagents, and documentation with attention to detail, contributing to product safety and quality.

The role offers hands-on microbiology and pharmaceutical quality operations exposure, with a First Shift schedule and opportunities to grow technical expertise in a well-established global lab

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, Biological Sciences, or a related field with 0–1 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Cleanroom, aseptic gowning, or environmental monitoring experience preferred.
• Familiarity with microbiology laboratory techniques, equipment, and terminology.
• Understanding of cGMP, ISO standards, and safe laboratory practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, organization, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing in accordance with established procedures and cGMP requirements.
• Prepare samples, media, reagents, standards, and laboratory materials for routine testing.
• Conduct environmental monitoring activities, including water sampling, viable and non-viable air monitoring, and surface sampling.
• Perform Gram staining, microbial isolation, sterility testing, endotoxin testing, and particulate matter testing.
• Analyze and interpret test results, escalating concerns or deviations as needed.
• Accurately document and report laboratory data in compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, inventory, and work areas while adhering to safe laboratory practices.
• Support investigations, troubleshooting activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Organization

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related field

Job description

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

The Microbiology Associate plays a key role in ensuring the quality and safety of products through hands-on microbiological testing and environmental monitoring. In this position, you will perform routine laboratory analyses, support cleanroom monitoring programs, prepare samples and reagents, and maintain accurate documentation in a cGMP-regulated environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented scientist who enjoys laboratory work, thrives in a quality-driven setting, and is eager to build technical expertise in microbiology and pharmaceutical quality operations.

Essential Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To

• Perform microbiological testing in accordance with established procedures and cGMP requirements.
• Prepare samples, media, reagents, standards, and laboratory materials for routine testing.
• Conduct environmental monitoring activities, including water sampling, viable and non-viable air monitoring, and surface sampling.
• Perform Gram staining, microbial isolation, sterility testing, endotoxin testing, and particulate matter testing.
• Analyze and interpret test results, escalating concerns or deviations as needed.
• Accurately document and report laboratory data in compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, inventory, and work areas while adhering to safe laboratory practices.
• Support investigations, troubleshooting activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific field with 0 -1 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Cleanroom, aseptic gowning, or environmental monitoring experience preferred.
• Familiarity with microbiology laboratory techniques, equipment, and terminology.
• Understanding of cGMP, ISO standards, and safe laboratory practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, organization, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Authorization to work in the US indefinitely without sponsorship.

Additional Information

Working schedule will be Full-Time, First Shift, M-F 8am-4:30pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply. No relocation assistance will be given. 25% travel may be required.

What We Offer

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Hourly compensation is $23-25 per hour, depending on education and experience

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.