Microbiology Research Technician

Job Title: Microbiology Research TechnicianPay Rate: $26-$30/hr. on w2 without benefits Job Location: St. Louis MO 63103Job Shift Hours: 40hrs/week Job Duration: 0- 12 Months contract Food Safety MicrobiologyFood Safety testing1-3 years of industry experienceExperience with Bacterial PathogensGeneral bacteria experiencePathogen detection environmentPCR – preferredAseptic techniqueResponsibilities: We are currently looking for a passionate Research Technician to join our BioMonitoring R&D Team in St. Louis, MO. In this role, you will play a crucial part in expanding our food pathogen diagnostics portfolio, supporting development projects, and contributing to our BioMonitoring strategy. As a member of our global cross-functional team, you will have the opportunity to help drive innovative projects, analyze data, and engage in scientific discussion. Basic Qualifications: • BA/BS in Life Sciences (e.g., Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Biology) with 1-3 years of lab-based Life Science and Microbiology experience • Experience and ability to work in a team based BSLII laboratory environment • Ability to lift 15 – 20 lbs. (food sample enrichments) Preferred Qualifications: • Microbiology techniques including but not limited to culture media preparation, culture preparation and propagation, and culture identification • Experience working with pathogenic microorganisms • Extensive practice in aseptic technique • Experience in experimental planning, data interpretation, and proposing next steps to the management • Experience and ability to work in a food microbiology and diagnostics environment • Biohazard Safety Level II environment and/or microbiological environmental monitoring • Experience in performing PCR and/or immunological assays • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel strongly preferred • Strong motivation, attention to detail, and ability to think independently and fully integrate into a high achieving team environment • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a diverse team environment • Flexibility and ability to perform in a high-pressure environment • Ability to execute and troubleshoot experiments independently • Experience in Good Documentation Practices within a research environment