Job Title: Microbiology Research and Development

Job Description

Seeking a diligent and experienced microbiologist to join our Research and Development team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and validating microbiological assays in compliance with good laboratory practices. Responsibilities include processing specimens, performing test procedures, generating reports, maintaining records, and ensuring all laboratory procedures and policies are followed. The role also involves maintaining anaerobic growth environments, working with aseptic techniques, and handling bacteria and fungal cultures. Additionally, the microbiologist will develop and maintain control organisms, validate microbiology assays for use in a CLIA laboratory, write and edit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and perform equipment maintenance. The candidate will assist in quality control and improvement activities, training, and orienting other testing personnel, and must be able to effectively communicate with team members.

Hard SkillsCLIAMicrobiologyAnaerobic Growth TechniquesAntibiotic Susceptibility TestingMICDisc DiffusionAseptic TechniquesSoft SkillsEffective CommunicationAttention to DetailProblem SolvingAbility to Work Independently

Work Schedule:

Wednesday- Sunday 8-5pm, 20% pay differential for weekend

WHY ACTALENT

Work with a dedicated career partner specialized in your healthcare skill setWe advocate on your behalf so you get what you want and need out of your jobGet performance feedback, career advice, and access to ongoing professionaldevelopment toolsBuild your career and learn new skills through projects as diverse as your curiosityYou are eligible for benefits, paid-time-off, and competitive wages that are paid weekly

ABOUT ACTALENT

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.