Scientist lll, Microbiology

NSP; Spanish Fork (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nature's Sunshine is seeking an experienced microbiologist to lead independent projects and support lab testing of raw and finished goods. You will perform environmental monitoring, sanitation-related validations, and data analysis, writing reports with clear results.

Strong written and verbal communication and proficiency with lab equipment are essential. The role emphasizes 60% environmental monitoring and sanitation work and 40% daily sample setup and media preparation, requiring a BS in a

Qualifications

• BS in a scientific field required.
• 7-10 years of experience in microbiology or related field.
• HACCP certification required.
• GMP/GLP knowledge and environmental monitoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic microbiological testing and media prep.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and sanitation-related validations.
• Calibrate and maintain calibration records.
• Organize and prioritize samples for testing; write reports.

Skills

Microbiology testing

Data analysis

Report writing

Team collaboration

Education

BS in a scientific field

Tools

Documentation systems

Job description

Position Summary

The focus is independent working and leading projects while performing technically diverse assignments. Supports the laboratory/testing to ensure the quality of raw and finished goods. Performs Environmental Monitoring, Cleaning Validations, and other Sanitation responsibilities. Analyzes and interprets data, writes reports. Must have good written and verbal communication abilities. Fully competent and proficient in the use of laboratory equipment and instruments.

Position Summary

The focus is independent working and leading projects while performing technically diverse assignments. Supports the laboratory/testing to ensure the quality of raw and finished goods. Performs Environmental Monitoring, Cleaning Validations, and other Sanitation responsibilities. Analyzes and interprets data, writes reports. Must have good written and verbal communication abilities. Fully competent and proficient in the use of laboratory equipment and instruments.

Primary Responsibilities

• All basic microbiological testing and media preparation, Capable of testing lactospores and anaerobes. Environmental Monitoring, Cleaning Validations, and Sanitation responsibilities
• Perform calibrations and maintain calibration records.
• Be able to organize and prioritize samples to be tested.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and efficient working environment, preforms peer to peer audits, and reviews others' work as a flexible, team member, keeping detailed and complete records, analytical minded, and effectively comes to root cause.
• 60% Environmental Monitoring, Sanitation, report writing
• 40% Daily sample set up/media prep

Qualifications Required

• BS in a scientific area with 7-10 years of experience
• Microbiology, biology, or chemistry and Sanitation experience preferred
• HACCP certified required
• Knowledge: microbiology, math, chemistry, and testing natural products and ingredients. GMP and GLP requirements, environmental monitoring and allergen testing.
• Skill: Capable of using laboratory equipment and documentation systems.
• Ability: Write reports, communicate results, work as a team member.
• Results-driven with a focus on delivering successful capital projects

Nature's Sunshine is dedicated to being a Force of Nature that champions social and environmental wellness. We are focused on building a team of professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to become the natural supplement company of the future. By celebrating the individuality and unique perspectives of our workforce, we empower our employees to share the healing power of nature with more people around the world. And through our commitment to sustainable processes, renewable energy usage and waste reduction initiatives, we're devoted to preserving nature and its power for future generations.

We believe we are stronger together, and our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging ensures that every employee is treated with fairness and respect. Because doing what's right-in the right way-is how we succeed as a company and a society.