Microbiologist (Tues - Sat, 4pm-12:30am)

Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing and audit and certification services. The Certified Group of companies includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, Labstat International Inc., Advanced Botanical Consulting & Testing (ABC Testing Inc.), Microconsult Inc. and Micro Quality Labs Inc. The Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, cannabis, nicotine and hemp industries.

We are currently looking for a Microbiologist to join our growing team

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Study the growth, characteristics and effects of bacteria and other microorganisms to better understand their relation to human, plant and animal health.
• Perform sterility testing
• Perform API strips & troubleshoot issues and concerns regarding cross-contamination
• Adapt and understand the procedures from CTFA, AOAC and others as needed.
• Perform Total Plate Counts, Enrichments, Preservative Effectiveness Testing, raw material testing, bulk testing, water testing and other tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a B.S. in Microbiology
• Knowledge of current CTFA/PCPC, AOAC and other industry standard methods and procedures.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical, cosmetic and nutritional microbiology.
• Understanding and knowledge of the European, United States, Japanese and other Pharmacopeias.
• Experience performing microbial testing on pharmaceutical, cosmetic and nutritional raw materials, water samples, bulk & finished products. Example of these tests are: Total Plate Count (TPC), Yeast & Mold, Enrichments and Preservative Effectiveness Testing (PET).
• At minimum, 2 or more years of microbiological testing experience in the cosmetic, nutritional or pharmaceutical industries.
• Computer literate. Be able to work with Microsoft programs, search engines, basic spreadsheets, etc.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast paced environment.
• Able to adapt to changes to improve company process.
• May assist in overseeing work performed by Microbiology Technician.

Benefits:

• Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Group Medical
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program

Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.