Microbiologist
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Build a Better Career with our Expanding Laboratory!

Would you like to join a growing laboratory where you can do your best work and make a positive impact?

Apply now with Suburban Testing Labs - STL where we live our mission every day to protect public health and preserve the environment!

STL is a stable yet innovative firm that's been successfully operating for over 60 years. At our values-driven company you won't be just a number -- you'll be an integral part of our operations.

We seek a talented Microbiologist who possesses multiple years of related job experience. Our Microbiologists do important work that provides high quality, defensible data for our clients. In this role you'll use state-of-the-art equipment & instruments to generate analytical data supporting environmental compliance and decision making. This position involves working with the aseptic technique, pour plate method & multi-tube fermentation.

Our award-winning lab provides exciting career growth along with training and mentorship from experienced professionals that are dedicated to environmental preservation.

Our Total Compensation Package Includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical PPO plan with Capital Blue Cross
• Dental and Vision
• Short-term disability pay and free life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off for volunteer activities
• Paid Time Off Bank for Vacation, Sick & Personal use
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account

Some of our perks include:

• Fun Stuff provided throughout the year via our Events Committee
• Pet-friendly office
• Employee Assistance Program

STL promotes diversity and provides a welcoming environment where different points of view and perspectives are encouraged! EOE- Equal Opportunity Employer.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT STL PLEASE VISIT: www.suburbantestinglabs.com

Please know STL does not offer sponsorship of employment-based non-immigrant visa petitions for this position.

Role Summary

Generate, review and approve analytical data supporting environmental compliance and decision making in our Microbiology Lab. You'll demonstrate your problem solving capabilities and desire for continual learning, while helping to protect public health and preserve the environment.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Collaborate with team members and lab leadership to achieve dept. goals.
• Execute preparation and analysis on client samples while maintaining quality, turnaround time and output standards.
• Develop and maintain knowledge and understanding of Laboratory systems, equipment, instrumentation and technology including basic regulatory programs and client specific needs relative to assigned analyses.
• Assess out of control data or analytical systems and propose sound root causes based on experience and research into aspects such as regulations and technology.
• Identify, investigate and correct basic instrument or method performance issues across multiple technologies.
• Present investigation plans, data, and conclusions via investigation reports.

Core Competencies

• Curious person who enjoys continuous learning and teamwork.
• Tenacious problem solver with good technical and analytical skills.
• Able to demonstrate excitement and enthusiasm around exceeding performance goals for your position.
• Able to demonstrate a high level of accountability and work efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially excel and word) and other windows software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or related area preferred; Associate's degree; OR equivalent experience
• At least 4 years of microbiology lab analysis job experience, outside of academia or internships. Starting pay depends on credentials.