Project Microbiologist

Job Description

Designs basic to medium complexity research studies, prepares quotes, study protocols, preliminary results, and final reports for studies under the oversight of a Research Microbiologist or higher position

Provides administrative and scientific support for research studies, including pre-study tasks (i.e., quote, protocol, method development), coordination with laboratory team regarding supplies and shipments to/from clients, and interaction with clients and laboratory personnel

Provides support to the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory team at the benchtop as needed

Reviews and approves data generated by the Advanced Food Microbiology laboratory

Independently communicates with clients about study results, including interpretation

Discusses technical problems or scope changes with the Research Microbiologist or higher position and suggests solutions and actions to resolve problems.

Ensures that projects are conducted to meet Division quality standards

Maintains project, laboratory, and experimental records

Maintains a safe and clean laboratory environment

Identifies opportunities for process improvement and assists in their resolution

Assists or co-hosts client visits and writes up debriefing notes

Performs other duties as assigned

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