Microbiology Lab Technician (Part-time)

Job Description

• Preparing samples for multiple analysis by grinding, homogenizing, cutting and weighing.
• Placing identifying information and stickers on sample analysis bags and plates.
• Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed. Must be capable of making serial dilutions.
• Prepare media, broth, and laboratory equipment for use in microbial testing.
• Prepare reagents and solutions for use in chemical analysis.
• Autoclave laboratory waste as required.
• Performing basic microbiological techniques to analyze food products for the presence of bacteria.
• Perform basic chemistry tests to analyze food products as indicators of product quality.

Qualifications

Ideal candidate will possess laboratory experience or previous coursework in Microbiology, Food Science, Biology, or Chemistry, but will train right individual. Must be reliable and work well in team environment.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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