QC Microbiology Lab Tech - Entry Level

LabRulez; City of Rensselaer (NY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific seeks an entry-level QC Microbiology Lab Tech in New York for environmental monitoring in GMP environments. You will collect samples from water, steam, and gas systems, run routine tests, and use LIMS to track data and activities.

You will support equipment maintenance, inventory, and training. Strong detail orientation and ability to work as part of a team are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Life Sciences.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries preferred.
• Environmental Monitoring experience preferred.
• Knowledge of microbial identification procedures.
• cGMP knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with LIMS preferred.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring of GMP manufacturing and process areas.
• Collect samples from high-purity water, clean steam, and compressed gas systems.
• Conduct routine utility testing per procedures.
• Use LIMS to track samples, test results, and activities.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, calibration, and readiness activities.
• Assist with training and onboarding of team members.
• Perform basic microbial identification and data review.
• Conduct acceptance testing of commercially prepared media.
• Participate in on-call, overtime, and weekend rotation.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Adaptability

Computer skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Life Sciences

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Lab technician, Microbiology, Quality Control (QC)

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QC Microbiology Lab Tech - Entry Level

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 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 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

QC Microbiology Lab Tech - Entry Level

Job Description

• Perform environmental monitoring of GMP manufacturing and process areas.
• Collect samples from high-purity water, clean steam, and compressed gas systems to support quality and compliance requirements.
• Conduct routine utility testing in accordance with established procedures.
• Use the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to track samples, test results, and laboratory activities.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, microbiological media, and reagents to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Support the coordination of equipment maintenance, calibration, and laboratory readiness activities.
• Assist with the training and onboarding of team members by sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Perform basic microbial identification and data review, as assigned.
• Conduct acceptance testing of commercially prepared microbiological culture media, as applicable.
• Participate in an on-call, overtime, and weekend rotation to support business and operational needs.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience with microbiological testing and environmental monitoring programs.
• Exposure to regulated laboratory and manufacturing environments.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in LIMS, utility monitoring, GMP compliance, and laboratory operations.
• Collaboration with experienced scientists and quality professionals in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degreein Life Sciences
• Relevant experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries
• Environmental Monitoring experience preferred
• Microbial identification procedure knowledge
• Knowledge cGMP is a plus
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Experience with LIMS preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

• Position is full-time, Sunday-Wednesday 12:30 PM - 11:00 PM.
• Pay range: $17.50 - $19.00 per hour based on experience level
• 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

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.