Job Posting Title Scientist 1 - Food Safety/Microbiology

Pace® Analytical Services • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. This is a full-time, onsite Food Safety/Microbiology Scientist 1 position located in Oklahoma City, OK, Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Compensation: $16.66 per hour Make an Impact. Build a Career. At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. We continually work to develop innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate, quality data at every critical moment and milestone. That's why we need you -- your curiosity, your talents, and your drive -- to help us advance this important work, and your career. Find Your Place at Pace® Join us as a Scientist I, where you will be primarily responsible for performing microbiological tests on food and food-related products to detect the presence of bacterial and fungal organisms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to perform work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses and gloves; all PPE provided by Pace®).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PCR and pipetting, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for routine testing using aseptic technique.
• Analyze samples via PCR, plating, and other methods.
• Properly record results and follow documentation guidelines.
• Adhere to Quality Control Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and proper laboratory practices.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Work under the supervision of the department manager.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit program, including medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities to build a rewarding career
• An inclusive culture that stands for integrity, innovation and growth
• competitive salaries
• medical, dental vision
• 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match)
• life, disability and voluntary benefits
• paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days
• HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees