Microbiology Technician

Kelly Services; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Telemedicine

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical in Tampa, FL is seeking a Microbiology Technician for a 6- to 12-month temporary assignment. The role is on-site, Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm, paying $20/hour.

You will handle environmental monitoring, sample collection, data entry into GLIMS, and routine lab duties in a fast-paced cleanroom environment. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Microbiology or Life Science and has 1–2 years of cGMP experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related Life Science required
• 1–2 years’ relevant cGMP industry experience preferred
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring and microbiological testing techniques
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, lift up to 25 lbs, gown aseptically, and work in a fast-paced, controlled environment
• Willing and able to work full-time onsite, with potential overtime and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and supplies for laboratory testing
• Perform routine and investigational environmental monitoring: collect air, surface, personnel, and utility samples in cleanrooms
• Document sample collection, testing, and results per SOPs and good documentation practices
• Incubate and read samples; enter data into GLIMS
• Operate and troubleshoot lab equipment (e.g., MetOne, air samplers)
• Perform WFI testing (bioburden, endotoxin/enhancement) and media fill visual inspections
• Maintain lab inventory and support non-routine laboratory investigations or validations
• Follow aseptic techniques and maintain cleanroom standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Microbiology

Environmental monitoring

Laboratory testing

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or Life Science

Tools

GLIMS

MetOne air samplers

Job description

Kelly Science & Clinical has a new temporary opportunity for a Microbiology Technician in Tampa, FL!

A 6-12 Month Temporary Opportunity

Shift: M-F | 7am – 3:30pm

Pay: $20/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare equipment and supplies for laboratory testing
• Perform routine and investigational environmental monitoring: collect air, surface, personnel, and utility samples in cleanrooms
• Document sample collection, testing, and results per SOPs and good documentation practices
• Incubate and read samples; enter data into GLIMS
• Operate and troubleshoot lab equipment (e.g., MetOne, air samplers)
• Perform WFI testing (bioburden, endotoxin/enhancement) and media fill visual inspections
• Maintain lab inventory and support non-routine laboratory investigations or validations
• Follow aseptic techniques and maintain cleanroom standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related Life Science required
• 1–2 years’ relevant cGMP industry experience preferred
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring and microbiological testing techniques
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, lift up to 25 lbs, gown aseptically, and work in a fast-paced, controlled environment
• Willing and able to work full-time onsite, with potential overtime and weekends as needed

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• telemedicine
• term life
• whole life
• accident insurance
• critical illness
• a legal plan
• short-term disability
• retirement savings plan
• service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• transit spending account
• paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan

Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliated Team. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.