Microbiology Associate – Applied Sciences Laboratory; Ancera, Inc.

Location: Branford, Connecticut (on-site)

Ancera, based in Branford, Connecticut, builds supply-chain intelligence for the food industry, starting with microbial monitoring in poultry. Its PIPER platform combines molecular and classical microbiology with a time-to-result that fits plant and farm operations.

Ancera captures microbial observation data and integrates production trends and volumes of open-source intelligence. At the core of the platform, data science algorithms discover hidden patterns and provide simple, objective answers to food producers. Poultry integrators and retailers use the data to improve productivity, food safety and animal welfare.

We are seeking an analytical scientist to join our applied sciences laboratory team. The successful candidate will be actively involved in performing routine assays in the production laboratory and R&D department when required. This is a PART-TIME position.

• Perform virus RNA extraction from biological samples using validated protocols and automated/manual methods
• Conduct Reverse Transcription - PCR assays for the detection and quantification of viral RNA
• Molecular biology (DNA Extraction, PCR, and Sequencing)
• Microbiology (culture techniques, aseptic handling, microbial identification)
• Immunology (ELISA, antigen-antibody-based assays)
• Support production laboratory workflows, ensuring high-throughput processing of samples
• Maintain accurate documentation of results in laboratory information systems (LIMS)
• Perform quality control (QC) procedures and ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements
• Adhere to biosafety and safety regulations, including handling infectious materials
• Assist with optimization of new laboratory methods
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality assurance, production, and research staff

• Bachelor’s or Master’sdegree in microbiology or biologyor equivalent
• 1+ years of production or academic laboratory experience.
• Proficiency in basic microbiology (media preparation, plating/streaking) and molecular biology (DNA extraction, PCR, Sequencing) techniques
• Gained hands‑on experience in handling micro‑pipettes, Stomacher, bio‑safety cabinets, and autoclave
• Ability to learn and use laboratory software

THIS POSITION IS FOR WEEKENDS ONLY