Lab Technician - Microbiology

ELC Beauty LLC•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

2d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Performs microbiological procedures on cosmetic raw materials, bulk and finished goods to ensure compliance with company, industry, and government guidelines/regulations. Work performed in EL R&D Microbiology lab requires contact with Biosafety level 2 organisms which have been associated with human disease and hazard. Because of this risk, the daily responsibilities require uninterrupted focus by the technician to the task at hand due to the potential impact to the technician, product and potentially the consumer.

Requirements

0-2 years of lab experience
Minimum Associate’s Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry or Biology
Must be able to work in a high volume/fast paced laboratory with agility for change.
Knowledge of Windows based computer programs.
Strong technical and interpersonal skills
Good communication skills
Works well both independently and part of a team
Excellent time management skills

Responsibilities

Support scientists in the execution of microbiological studies, including sample preparation, plating, dilution, and microbial enumeration.
Prepare equipment, glassware, and supplies in advance of experimental work to optimize scientist productivity.
Makes media and prepares and labels test tubes and petri dishes for testing.
Performs challenge tests to determine preservation effectiveness in research, pilot and production samples.
Performs microbiological tests on raw materials, bulk, and finished goods to determine microbiological content and composition.
Assist in setting up and executing experiments and ensure readiness of materials and equipment.
Support environmental monitoring and routine lab maintenance activities as required.
Accurately document test results, observations, and deviations in laboratory systems and notebooks in accordance with data integrity standard.
Work closely with scientists to understand experimental needs, timelines, and priorities.
Proactively anticipate laboratory needs to minimize delays in project execution.
Follow all SOPs, GMP guidelines, and safety requirements in execution of laboratory activities.
Reviews test results with immediate supervisor and maintain files and records.
Manage laboratory inventory, including monitoring stock levels of media, reagents, consumables, and critical supplies.
Ensure proper labeling, storage, and traceability of materials in compliance with SOPs and data integrity requirements.
Support periodic inventory checks, reconciliation, and audit readiness activities as required.
Assists immediate supervisor in other functions and duties as assigned.