Microbiologist

Eurofins • Brunswick Township, MN

12d • $23 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Contribute to a small team of researchers working on genetic toxicology testing using bacterial test systems (i.e., Ames assay). Assist in writing, reviewing and editing reports, protocols and SOP’s. Train other staff members. Set-up and conduct experiments in accordance with Protocol and SOP's. Efficiently carry out procedures necessary to complete each project with minimal supervision. Meticulously maintain precise records of all experiments in accordance with good laboratory practice. Assist in the collection of samples for microbial pathogenicity evaluation. Contribute to development and optimization of toxicology/pathogenicity assays for method validation of microorganism growth and assessment. Culture and enumerate infectious bacterial pathogens using routine microbiological techniques. Participate in preparation of documentation for regulatory submissions, present results in project team meetings and document findings in electronic laboratory notebooks. Follow all PSL safety requirements. Ability to safely wear a respirator required. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. degree or equivalent experience; in microbiology, toxicology, animal science or biology is preferred.
• Three to five years of experience with standard microbiology methods and procedures is essential.
• Ability to safely wear a respirator required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a small team of researchers working on genetic toxicology testing using bacterial test systems (i.e., Ames assay).
• Assist in writing, reviewing and editing reports, protocols and SOP’s.
• Train other staff members.
• Set-up and conduct experiments in accordance with Protocol and SOP's.
• Efficiently carry out procedures necessary to complete each project with minimal supervision.
• Meticulously maintain precise records of all experiments in accordance with good laboratory practice.
• Assist in the collection of samples for microbial pathogenicity evaluation.
• Contribute to development and optimization of toxicology/pathogenicity assays for method validation of microorganism growth and assessment.
• Culture and enumerate infectious bacterial pathogens using routine microbiological techniques.
• Participate in preparation of documentation for regulatory submissions, present results in project team meetings and document findings in electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Follow all PSL safety requirements.
• Ability to safely wear a respirator required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

What This Job Offers

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