Laboratory Microbiologist

UL Solutions • Canton, MA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

A Laboratory Microbiologist at UL Solutions serves as lead for simple projects as assigned and evaluates, explains, and completes test reports for samples. The role follows defined test plans and data sheets; operates and maintains complex test instruments; and prepares samples and solutions for testing. The microbiologist communicates with internal customers during test setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation of samples. This is a weekend rotational shift, with work required every third weekend.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma from an accredited university.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers.

Nice To Haves

• A major in Microbiology, General Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully partner with Engineering and other Laboratory Personnel to complete projects in a timely manner with high quality.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze special testing needs.
• Demonstrated ability to be innovative and creative.
• Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing.

Responsibilities

• Follow defined test plans and data sheets with necessary supervision and support.
• Evaluate test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
• Record and explain test results and complete test reports.
• Lead simple test programs as assigned, with necessary assistance.
• Communicate project status and results as needed.
• Define test plans, ensure report completion and accuracy, meet agreed deadlines, and manage project-related activities.
• Examine customer samples and learn to operate appropriate tests for each case with support.
• Communicate with internal customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
• Direct, build, or adapt simple test setups, sample preparations and solutions, and instruments to new situations based on test plans and instructions.
• Train other laboratory staff on test procedures or instruments.
• Operate and maintain test instruments appropriately to measure and test samples.
• Perform maintenance on designated test instruments and the laboratory area.
• Integrate basic process and instrument improvements across all aspects of work for a single testing technology.
• Suggest new instruments, processes, and forms to management and technical staff to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Follow safe chemical and microbiological hygiene practices.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of base salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings (401K).
• Paid time off for full-time employees, including 15 vacation days, 12 holidays (including floating holidays), and 72 hours of sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level