Research Associate, Microbiology

Revance • Johnson City, TN

43d • Onsite

About The Position

Revance is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate, Microbiology to join our Bio Science R&D team. The successful candidate will support research and development activities focused on microbial analysis, culture techniques, and experimental design. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to advance scientific projects. Reporting to: Manager, Bio Science Location: Johnson City, TN - onsite

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree & 2+ years' directly related experience; OR
• Master's degree.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, biology or related field.
• 2-3 years' laboratory experience in microbiology, molecular biology, or related discipline (academic or industry).
• Bioreactors & fermenters: controlled growth of microbes for research or industrial use.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques and microbial handling.
• Familiarity with molecular biology tools (PCR, RT-PCR, SDS-PAGE, etc.).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong presentation skills; ability to present scientific data to a broad audience, including both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Able to manage time well and complete assigned tasks on time.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Advanced HPLC, FPLC, etc. skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological assays, including microbial culture, isolation, and identification.
• Conduct sterility testing, environmental monitoring, and microbial enumeration.
• Prepare media and reagents, and maintain laboratory equipment in compliance with safety standards.
• Assist in experimental design, data collection, and statistical analysis.
• Document all procedures and results accurately in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems.
• Support quality control and regulatory compliance for microbiological testing.
• Collaborate with scientists and project teams to meet research objectives and timelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment following GLP/GMP guidelines.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation including base salary and annual performance bonus.
• Paid time off, company holidays, and floating holidays that can be used whenever you choose.
• Generous healthcare benefits, Employer HSA match, 401k match, wellness discounts and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees