What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiologist position at Actalent?
If you are interested, please email your resume and your availability to speak to Trenton Burkley at Tburkley @actalentservices.com.
Job Title: Microbiologist
Job Description:
- Provide microbiology support to enable product release on time. Perform microbiology QC analyses in accordance with USP methods, including Total Aerobic and Anaerobic Plate Count, Total Yeast and Mold Count, Pathogen Screening, Antimicrobial Effectiveness Testing, Suitability Testing, and Gram Staining. Maintain the laboratory by performing media preparation, growth promotional tests, stock culture maintenance, and basic housekeeping tasks. Apply Good Laboratory Practice and ensure accurate data recording for all lab QC test-related activities.
Essential Skills
- 2-5 years of experience in Microbiology.
- Familiarity with basic microbiology testing including media preparation, plating, and culture samples.
- Degree in Biology or Microbiology.
- Experience in the pharmaceutical, OTC, personal care, or food industry is ideal.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 23, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $26 - $30
