Microbiology Technician
Mérieux NutriSciences•Allentown, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Microbiology Technician prepares samples for processing and maintains process documentation to facilitate testing procedures. The role is based in a laboratory in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and supports microbiological analysis, pathogen testing, laboratory quality, and continuous improvement. The technician also helps ensure supplies and materials are ready for testing and maintains clean, safe work areas.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Basic knowledge of science to perform testing procedures accurately and obtain accurate results.
- Basic knowledge of personal computers for entering testing data and results.
- Basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies.
- Planning skills to maintain analysis-material supplies and complete analysis within specified time.
- Time-management skills and ability to prioritize samples and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail.
- Analytical skills to complete analysis procedures and determine microorganism concentration.
- General knowledge of LIMS to process client data.
- Physical dexterity for manipulating samples.
- Ability to detect slight variations in shades of color.
- Ability to lift analysis materials weighing up to 50 pounds continuously and spend extended time standing.
Responsibilities
- Prepare samples for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending them.
- Label plates with identifying information so clients and samples can be tracked.
- Pipette sample solutions into tubes or plates according to the analysis process.
- Pour agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process.
- Collect plates and place them in an incubator for the specified time and temperature.
- Prepare media and broth for pathogen testing as required.
- Ensure media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence.
- Maintain knowledge of and use the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) required for job responsibilities.
- Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis.
- Read plates and tubes as required to determine the number of organisms in a sample.
- Support corporate quality and continuous improvement processes.
- Perform housekeeping duties promptly and keep work areas and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Participate in the cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required.
- Adhere to safety policies.
- Support laboratory management in implementing, maintaining, and improving the management system.
- Perform other related tasks as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical insurance plans.
- Dental insurance plans.
- Vision insurance plans.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
