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Pace Life Sciences is dedicated to enhancing the scientific capabilities of our pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical partners throughout the drug development journey, from initial research and development phases to clinical trials and GMP commercial product support.

For clients with internal manufacturing and laboratory facilities, Pace offers professional services designed to bolster their operations.

We are committed to pioneering innovative methodologies that promote sustainability and equip our partners with precise, high-quality data at every pivotal moment and milestone.

This is where your expertise comes into play - your inquisitiveness, skills, and determination are essential for advancing this significant work and your professional journey.

As a Microbiology Specialist, you will apply your passion for science within the Scientific Insourcing Services division.

You will receive comprehensive training to effectively embrace your new responsibilities and cultivate a rewarding career in laboratory sciences at Pace.

This role will actively contribute to food safety and quality assurance through the utilization and validation of pathogen detection products. The items being monitored are vital for ensuring a safe food supply chain for consumers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct analyses of products using traditional microbiological methods such as dilution, pour plating, and filtration.
• Execute a diverse array of general molecular and microbiology-related testing methods, including sterility testing, plate counting, and pathogen identification.
• Prepare sterile laboratory media essential for conducting tests.
• Perform Petrifilm product testing and apply compendial methods and standard protocols.
• Maintain bacterial cultures for both inclusive and exclusive testing.
• Ensure general laboratory upkeep and manage supplies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field.
• Some experience with microbiological laboratory techniques such as pipetting, media preparation, agar pouring, and streak plating.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or have refugee status.

Benefits:

• 80 hours of paid vacation annually.
• 7 paid holidays per year.
• 2 floating holidays per year (prorated based on start date).
• 40 hours of paid sick leave per year.
• Paid bereavement leave based on relation to the employee.
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time per year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and supplemental life insurance options.
• Traditional and ROTH 401k plans with company matching.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee referral bonuses and assistance programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and employee recognition programs.
• Optional coverage for identity theft, legal issues, accidents, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.

Pace is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants while prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.