Microbiologist II; Part Time

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We are looking for a Microbiologist II (Part Time) in 3600 Eagle Nest Dr, North Building, Crete, IL 60417 USA. Your mission will be to:

Purpose (Objective): The incumbent is responsible for the testing of samples using various microbiological analyses. The incumbent provides analytical support for the lab by ensuring that laboratory procedures are being performed within specified quality guidelines. This position serves as a technical resource and provides ongoing technical support related to method and process implementations. This position spends the majority of time or all of their time in diagnostics.

• Act as a technical resource in the laboratory
• Perform sample analysis. Provide feedback and suggest process improvement changes. Provide instruction on the correct sample process.
• Educate and train departmental personnel on correct procedures and new analysis methods.
• Communicate with technical support to provide answers to questions.
• Complete non‑conformance root cause analysis and corrective actions documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities.
• Follow appropriate methods and SOPs on all tasks. Maintain quality control documentation.
• Analyze and approve client results.
• Read, enter, formulate, and evaluate process control samples.
• Assist with managing department inventory and cultures.
• Implement new methods.
• Assist other departmental personnel with analysis procedures.
• Maintain accurate quality control documentation of analysis procedures.
• Perform rapid test methods.
• Read, calculate and record analysis data to produce a report for the client. Correct any discrepancies that occur on the worksheet.
• Must keep up‑to‑date on assigned training.
• Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required.
• Must be able to perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment critical to sample analysis.
• Adhere to all safety policies.
• Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the management system.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Internal Interlocutors:
The incumbent has occasional contact with the personnel outside the immediate working unit.

External Interlocutors: N/A

Knowledge: The incumbent must have a basic knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results.

Profile: Associates degree required, Bachelors preferred or equivalent work experience. 2-5 years relevant work experience. The incumbent must have a general knowledge of microbiology to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain the correct results. Basic chemistry knowledge is needed to prepare the media to the specification of the sample. A basic knowledge of food science is necessary to analyze the microbiological content of samples.

Required skills: Analytical skills are essential to complete analysis procedures and determine the concentration of the microorganism. A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required to process client data. Physical dexterity is required for manipulating samples. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices is required to ensure a safe working environment. Interpersonal skills are required to effectively work within teams.

Management: None

Work Environment: The incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and…