Microbiologist

Company Overview:

The Microbiologist is responsible for performing routine testing within the laboratory; ensuring compliance with cGMP systems including SOPs, test methods, and protocols; reviewing multiple sources and types of data; and assisting in investigations.  The Microbiologist will interact with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Client Services, and Sample Administration, as well as auditors and inspectors.  In addition, the Microbiologist must promote a culture aligned with ATL’s values, drive the completion of the tasks and assignments on time, and be able to positively react to change and lead change as necessary.

The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be able to work independently, have excellent scheduling abilities, and be able to rapidly accept and apply process changes. 

 
Perks & Benefits at ATL:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid by Employer
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee Discount Program
• Wellness Program
• Career Mobility & Ongoing Development

What You’ll Do:

• Utilize fundamentals of microbial testing, including good aseptic technique, sanitizing surfaces and equipment, precisely weighing products to create sample dilutions, etc.
• Operate balances, pipettes, stomacher, water baths, etc.
• Perform routine lab maintenance as necessary, including stocking of consumable materials, placing order for materials, storing samples properly, and maintaining and organized lab space.
• Perform daily calibrations of instrumentation as needed.
• Complete necessary documentation in associated logbooks and data collection sheets following GDP/ALCOA guidelines.
• Work with colleagues in the lab to balance the many duties across multiple laboratory spaces.
• Utilize safe biowaste disposal practices in accordance with site regulations.

• Handle other essential tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or other life science
• Prefer 1+ year of laboratory experience
• Comfortable using equipment such as balances, incubators, and pipettors
• Strong basic math skills to perform routine calculations
• Good attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping
• Prefer experience with basic MS Office programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

AT ATL, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. ATL strongly supports diversity in the workplace.