R&D Microbiologist

WaveCrest Staffing Group; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Health Ins.

Life Insurance/ Disability Insurance

401k with Company Match

Employee Development/Training Opportun

Job summary

WaveCrest Staffing Group in Columbus, IN is seeking an R&D Microbiologist to join a GMP-regulated lab for development, validation, and commercialization efforts. The role involves microbiological analyses of developmental products, raw materials, and samples in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology and 3–5+ years of practical microbiology experience, with knowledge of aseptic handling, bioburden testing, and GMP/data integrity standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field.
• 3–5+ years of practical microbiology lab experience.
• Experience with microbial enumeration and bioburden testing.
• Familiarity with GMP/cGMP and data integrity standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbiological analyses of developmental products, raw materials, and laboratory samples to assess microbial quality and product performance.
• Prepare growth media, laboratory reagents, and testing materials while maintaining appropriate laboratory controls.
• Perform microbial enumeration, bioburden assessments, and other microbiological evaluations using established testing procedures.
• Apply sterile handling practices and aseptic techniques throughout sampling, preparation, and testing activities.
• Participate in establishing, qualifying, and improving microbiological testing methods to ensure reliable results.
• Investigate microbial contamination, unexpected laboratory findings, and testing deviations to help identify potential causes and corrective actions.

Skills

Aseptic handling

GMP compliance

Laboratory data integrity

Microbiological analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Tools

Bioburden testing

Microbial enumeration

Job description

At this time, Wavecrest cannot transfer nor sponsor a work Visa for this position.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

This opportunity offers the chance to play an important role in developing new products, improving manufacturing processes, and solving real-world microbiological challenges!

You'll work in a collaborative, GMP-regulated environment where your expertise contributes directly to product development, microbiological investigations, laboratory method validation, and commercialization efforts.

Pay: $65-$70k

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8a-5p

Type of Job: Direct Hire

Location: Columbus, IN

Benefits Offered:

• Medical and Prescription Health Insurance
• Life Insurance/ Disability Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• Employee Development/Training Opportunities

R&D Microbiologist Daily Tasks: What you will do:

• Conduct microbiological analyses of developmental products, raw materials, and laboratory samples to assess microbial quality and product performance.
• Prepare growth media, laboratory reagents, and testing materials while maintaining appropriate laboratory controls.
• Perform microbial enumeration, bioburden assessments, and other microbiological evaluations using established testing procedures.
• Apply sterile handling practices and aseptic techniques throughout sampling, preparation, and testing activities.
• Participate in establishing, qualifying, and improving microbiological testing methods to ensure reliable results.
• Investigate microbial contamination, unexpected laboratory findings, and testing deviations to help identify potential causes and corrective actions.

R&D Microbiologist Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related scientific field preferred.
• Approximately 3-5+ years of practical microbiology laboratory experience, ideally within a regulated manufacturing or product development environment.
• Demonstrated experience performing microbiological analyses, including microbial enumeration, bioburden testing, or similar techniques.
• Working knowledge of aseptic handling, microbiological sampling, and established laboratory practices.
• Familiarity with GMP/cGMP requirements, technical documentation, and laboratory data integrity standards.