Microbiologist 2

Mérieux NutriSciences•Crete, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Microbiologist 2 performs microbiological testing of samples and provides analytical support to ensure laboratory procedures meet specified quality guidelines. The role serves as a technical resource for method and process implementation and spends most or all of its time in diagnostics. The position is based at the Crete Analytical Laboratory in Crete, Illinois. The role includes performing and reviewing sample analyses, evaluating and reporting results, maintaining quality-control documentation, implementing methods, and helping train and support departmental personnel. The incumbent also supports laboratory management with the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the management system, while following safety policies and the company Code of Conduct.

Requirements

Associate degree required; a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience is preferred or accepted as stated in the posting.
2–5 years of relevant work experience.
Basic to general knowledge of microbiology to perform testing procedures accurately and obtain correct results.
Basic chemistry knowledge to prepare media according to sample specifications.
Basic food science knowledge to analyze the microbiological content of samples.
Analytical skills to complete procedures and determine microorganism concentration.
General knowledge of LIMS to process client data.
Physical dexterity to manipulate samples.
Basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively within teams.
Ability to detect slight variations in shades of color.
Ability to lift analysis materials weighing up to 50 pounds and spend extended time standing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Act as a technical resource in the laboratory and provide ongoing technical support related to methods and process implementation.
Perform sample analyses, including rapid test methods, and provide feedback and suggestions for process improvements.
Provide instruction on correct sample processes and educate and train departmental personnel on procedures and new analysis methods.
Communicate with technical support to answer questions.
Complete non-conformance root cause analyses and corrective-action documentation.
Maintain the knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) needed to complete job responsibilities and process client data.
Follow applicable methods and standard operating procedures and maintain accurate quality-control documentation.
Analyze and approve client results.
Read, enter, formulate, and evaluate process-control samples.
Assist with managing department inventory and cultures.
Implement new methods and assist other departmental personnel with analysis procedures.
Identify departures from the quality system or test procedures and document observations in the prescribed compliance system.
Read, calculate, and record analysis data to produce client reports, and correct worksheet discrepancies.
Keep assigned training up to date.
Participate in the cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required.
Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment critical to sample analysis.
Adhere to safety policies and support laboratory management in implementing, maintaining, and improving the management system.
Perform other related tasks as needed and operate in an ethical, Code of Conduct-compliant manner.