Microbiologist

Associate Microbiologist – Quality Control
- Fairfield NJ Job Summary

The Associate Microbiologist performs microbiological testing of raw materials, finished products, and water samples in accordance with applicable compendial, regulatory, and client-specific requirements. This role supports laboratory quality and compliance while developing technical expertise in microbiological testing and cGMP practices.

• Perform endotoxin and routine microbiological testing using established procedures. Prepare microbiological media and reagents required for testing.
• Practice proper aseptic techniques, disinfection, and laboratory safety in accordance with SOPs.
• Schedule and prioritize testing to meet established completion deadlines while maintaining analytical accuracy and quality.
• Perform laboratory quality activities, including environmental/lab area monitoring, media qualification, incubator and equipment calibration, maintenance, and sterilization.
• Accurately document results, and observations in laboratory notebooks and LIMS.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with cGMP and data integrity.

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related life science required.
• Endotoxin testing experience required.
• General knowledge of microbiology principles and routine microbiological testing methodologies.
• Understanding of cGMP requirements and laboratory documentation practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently while following established procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple testing activities and meet deadlines without compromising quality.

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• voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.

Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.