Quality Control Microbiologist

Astrix; California; On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation

Opportunity to work in a clean, modern facility

Professional growth potential

Stable Monday-Friday schedule

Job summary

A leading company in personal care is seeking a Microbiologist for a 6-month contract to hire. The role involves performing microbiology testing, ensuring product safety and quality in a modern lab setting. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Microbiology and at least 1 year of experience, with a strong foundation in microbiology and aseptic techniques.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of industry experience in microbiology required.
• Demonstrated hands-on microbiology laboratory experience.
• Strong foundation in microbiology from academic and professional background.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive microbiology testing on bulk samples.
• Conduct cell inoculation and execute various analytical tests.
• Apply rigorous aseptic techniques when handling samples.

Skills

Microbiology fundamentals

Aseptic techniques

Laboratory safety protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or Biological Sciences

Job description

This range is provided by Astrix. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$25.00/hr - $28.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Astrix

Driving Growth & Partnerships in Life Sciences

Pay Rate: $25.00 - $28.00/hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Start Date: ASAP

Type: 6-month contract to hire

About the role -

This is an excellent opportunity for a microbiology professional to contribute to product safety and quality in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art environment while building their career in the personal care industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive microbiology testing on bulk samples, finished products, raw materials, and manufacturing floor samples.
• Conduct cell inoculation and execute various analytical tests including water activity analysis and gram staining procedures.
• Apply rigorous aseptic techniques when handling samples and operating laboratory instrumentation.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or Biological Sciences

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of industry experience in microbiology required.
• Demonstrated hands-on microbiology laboratory experience.

Technical Skills:

• Strong foundation in microbiology fundamentals from academic and professional background.
• Proficiency with aseptic techniques and laboratory safety protocols.

Professional Attributes:

• Eager to learn and grow within the organization.
• Receptive to constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation ($25-$28/hour).
• Opportunity to work in a clean, modern facility with cutting-edge equipment.
• Professional growth potential in an expanding department.
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule with excellent work-life balance.

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Personal Care Product Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

401(k)

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