Microbiology Associate I – Applied Sciences Laboratory (Ancera, Inc.)

BioCT; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Ancera, Incorporated in Branford, CT, is seeking an analytical Microbiology Associate I for our Applied Sciences Laboratory. This weekend-only, on-site position involves performing routine assays in production and R&D settings, with emphasis on RNA extraction and molecular biology techniques.

You will help ensure high-throughput sample processing, maintain thorough results in LIMS, and collaborate with QA, production, and research staff while adhering to SOPs and biosafety regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven laboratory experience in microbiology and molecular biology methods.
• Experience with RNA extraction and RT-PCR is preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety and SOP adherence.

Responsibilities

• Perform virus RNA extraction from samples using validated protocols.
• Conduct Reverse Transcription - PCR assays for viral RNA.
• Molecular biology (DNA Extraction, PCR, and Sequencing).
• Microbiology (culture techniques, aseptic handling, microbial identification).
• Immunology (ELISA, antigen-antibody-based assays).
• Support production laboratory workflows, ensuring high-throughput processing of samples.
• Maintain accurate documentation of results in LIMS.
• Perform quality control (QC) procedures and ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to biosafety and safety regulations, including handling infectious materials.
• Assist with optimization of new laboratory methods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality assurance, production, and research staff.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Virus RNA extraction

RT-PCR

Laboratory documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or biology

Master’s degree in microbiology or biology

Tools

Pipettes

Stomacher

Biosafety cabinets

Autoclave

LIMS

Job description

Microbiology Associate I – Applied Sciences Laboratory

Ancera, Incorporated

Location: Branford, Connecticut (on-site)

About Ancera

Ancera, based in Branford, Connecticut, builds supply-chain intelligence for the food industry, starting with microbial monitoring in poultry. Its PIPER platform combines molecular and classical microbiology with a time-to-result that fits plant and farm operations.

Ancera captures microbial observation data and integrates production trends and volumes of open-source intelligence. At the core of the platform, data science algorithms discover hidden patterns and provide simple, objective answers to food producers. Poultry integrators and retailers use the data to improve productivity, food safety and animal welfare.

Summary

We are seeking an analytical scientist to join our applied sciences laboratory team. The successful candidate will be actively involved in performing routine assays in the production laboratory and R&D department when required. This is a PART-TIME position.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform virus RNA extraction from biological samples using validated protocols and automated/manual methods
• Conduct Reverse Transcription - PCR assays for the detection and quantification of viral RNA
• Molecular biology (DNA Extraction, PCR, and Sequencing)
• Microbiology (culture techniques, aseptic handling, microbial identification)
• Immunology (ELISA, antigen-antibody-based assays)
• Support production laboratory workflows, ensuring high-throughput processing of samples
• Maintain accurate documentation of results in laboratory information systems (LIMS)
• Perform quality control (QC) procedures and ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements
• Adhere to biosafety and safety regulations, including handling infectious materials
• Assist with optimization of new laboratory methods
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality assurance, production, and research staff

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’sdegree in microbiology or biologyor equivalent
• 1+ years of production or academic laboratory experience.
• Proficiency in basic microbiology (media preparation, plating/streaking) and molecular biology (DNA extraction, PCR, Sequencing) techniques
• Gained hands‑on experience in handling micro‑pipettes, Stomacher, bio‑safety cabinets, and autoclave
• Ability to learn and use laboratory software

Additional Information:

THIS POSITION IS FOR WEEKENDS ONLY