Eurofins

Global lab testing and analytics network

Project Microbiologist

Life Sciences ResearchPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeFresno, CA, USA$28 - $34 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A B.S. degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or a related field is required.
At least 2 years of experience in microbiology is required.
Experience in data interpretation and report writing is required.
Laboratory experience in a microbiology laboratory environment is required.
Experience in method development and problem-solving is required.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship is required.
The role requires 15–25% international and domestic travel.
The role may involve handling potentially hazardous substances and requires the use of personal protective equipment.
The role requires periods of prolonged standing and sitting and may require lifting up to 40 pounds.
Overtime, weekend, and holiday work may be required; the role may include second-shift work.
The role involves potential exposure to food allergens.

Responsibilities

Design basic- to medium-complexity research studies and prepare quotes, study protocols, preliminary results, and final reports under the oversight of a Research Microbiologist or higher position.
Provide administrative and scientific support for research studies, including pre-study tasks such as quoting, protocol preparation, and method development; coordinate supplies and shipments to and from clients with the laboratory team; and interact with clients and laboratory personnel.
Provide benchtop support to the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory team as needed.
Review and approve data generated by the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory.
Communicate independently with clients about study results, including interpretation.
Discuss technical problems or scope changes with a Research Microbiologist or higher position and suggest solutions and actions to resolve them.
Ensure projects meet Division quality standards.
Maintain project, laboratory, and experimental records.
Maintain a safe and clean laboratory environment.
Identify process-improvement opportunities and assist in resolving them.
Assist with or co-host client visits and write debriefing notes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Description

Designs basic to medium complexity research studies, prepares quotes, study protocols, preliminary results, and final reports for studies under the oversight of a Research Microbiologist or higher position
Provides administrative and scientific support for research studies, including pre-study tasks (i.e., quote, protocol, method development), coordination with laboratory team regarding supplies and shipments to/from clients, and interaction with clients and laboratory personnel
Provides support to the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory team at the benchtop as needed
Reviews and approves data generated by the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory
Independently communicates with clients about study results, including interpretation
Discusses technical problems or scope changes with the Research Microbiologist or higher position and suggests solutions and actions to resolve problems.
Ensures that projects are conducted to meet Division quality standards
Maintains project, laboratory, and experimental records
Maintains a safe and clean laboratory environment
Identifies opportunities for process improvement and assists in their resolution
Assists or co-hosts client visits and writes up debriefing notes
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

B.S. degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or related field
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Microbiology
Experience in data interpretation and report writing.
Laboratory experience in a microbiology laboratory environment.
Experience in method development and problem-solving.
15-25% Travel requirement (International & Domestic)
May work with potentially hazardous substances
Work requires the use of PPE (personal protective equipment)
Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time
Work may require lifting weights of up to 40 lbs.
Overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required
May include second shift work
Will be exposed to potential food allergens
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Compensation:

$28.00-$34.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

What we offer:

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Compensation: 28 to 34 (USD) (HOURLY)

About the Company

Eurofins

Global lab testing and analytics network

Eurofins provides global laboratory testing and analytical services to verify the safety, authenticity, and quality of products across food, water, medicine, and the environment. It operates a network of more than 900 laboratories in over 60 countries, offering access to more than 200,000 analytical methods. Its product work involves running specialized tests—using chemistry, biology, and other scientific techniques—to confirm origin, composition, and compliance of samples, such as detecting wine fraud or contaminant presence. The company differentiates itself through its massive, distributed lab network and broad portfolio, enabling standardized testing at scale and fast turnaround across many industries, rather than relying on a single specialty or location. Its goal is to protect public health and safety by delivering accurate, comprehensive testing data and helping clients meet regulatory and quality requirements.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Luxembourg
Founded: 1987

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