Experienced Microbiologist

Pace® Analytical Services

Pace® makes the world a safer, healthier place. Committed to advancing the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others, Pace® offers local-level service backed by a national laboratory network. Through in-lab and emergency onsite services, Pace® ensures our air, water, soil, and more are safe.

Make an impact. Build a career.

At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. We continually work to develop innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate, quality data at every critical moment and milestone.

That’s why we need you — your curiosity, your talents, and your drive — to help us advance this important work, and your career.

Find your place at Pace®

Join us as a Scientist III, where you’ll put your love of science to work performing and overseeing projects within the microbiology department of our environmental testing laboratory. 

What you’ll do

• Analyze water samples using standard microbiology procedures to test for Legionella and other waterborne pathogens.  
• Clean, maintain and calibrate equipment 
• Maintain detailed and organized documentation on all laboratory work
• Validate and approve lab results
• Assist with sample processing, filter prep, bottle labeling, and other tasks as needed

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• 3-5 years microbiology culture exam (plate reading) experience
• Bacterial identification via latex agglutination, MALDI-ToF mass spectrometry, and Direct Fluorescent Antibody Staining a plus
• Ability to perform work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses and gloves; all PPE provided by Pace®).

What we promise

• Comprehensive benefit program, including medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities to build a rewarding career 
• An inclusive culture that stands for integrity, innovation and growth

About PaceⓇ

PaceⓇ Science and Technology company makes the world a safer, healthier place. We partner with clients to provide the service, science, and laboratory data needed to make critical decisions that benefit us all. Through a nationwide laboratory network, PaceⓇ advances the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others. More at PACELABS.com.

PaceⓇ Analytical Services is a division of PaceⓇ Science and Technology, providing local testing and analytical services backed by a large, national laboratory network.

PaceⓇ Life Sciences is a division of PaceⓇ Science and Technology, providing full-service CDMO/CRO capabilities and professional services for in-house labs through a nationwide network of service centers, manufacturing sites and FDA-registered laboratories.

Keywords: Microbiologist, Microbiology, Environmental 

Benefits

80 hrs of paid vacation per year, 7 paid holidays per year, 2 floating holidays per year (prorated based on start date), 40 hrs paid sick time per year, paid bereavement leave (days based on relation to the employee), 8 hrs paid volunteer time per year, medical, dental, vision, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, traditional 401k and ROTH 401k with a company match, HSA, FSA, employee referral bonus, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement program, employee recognition program, voluntary ID theft coverage, voluntary legal coverage, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.