Microbiology & Molecular Analyst — Food Safety

Conagra Brands; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus opportunity

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Omaha, NE is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to support microbiological and molecular testing at our corporate office/lab. You will perform PCR, DNA extraction, sequencing, and other nucleic acid methods while assisting with applied research and quality initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related science and 1+ years of lab experience, with occasional overtime and limited travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Food Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field.
• 1+ years of laboratory experience in microbiology, molecular biology, food safety, or a related area.
• Experience with microbiological testing methods and molecular techniques such as PCR, DNA extraction, sequencing technologies, and data interpretation.
• Ability to analyze data, follow laboratory procedures, document results, and prepare technical reports.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Occasional weekend or overtime work may be required.
• Limited travel, including occasional visits to manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological and molecular testing, including pathogen detection, spoilage organism analysis, PCR, DNA extraction, sequencing, and other nucleic acid-based methods.
• Support applied research projects such as shelf-life studies, challenge studies, method validation, and new technology implementation.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, data records, equipment calibration, and compliance with ISO 17025 and other quality requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, evaluate scientific literature, and collaborate with quality, food safety, and research teams to support business objectives.
• Assist with laboratory operations and provide guidance to laboratory technicians as needed.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/related

Tools

PCR

DNA extraction

Sequencing technologies

Job description

Conagra Brands in Omaha, NE is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to support microbiological and molecular testing at our corporate office/lab. You will perform PCR, DNA extraction, sequencing, and other nucleic acid methods while assisting with applied research and quality initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related science and 1+ years of lab experience, with occasional overtime and limited travel.