Microbiologist

Job Title: Microbiologist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Microbiologist to lead investigations and corrective actions. The role involves environmental monitoring and utilizing aseptic techniques, as well as using Vitech instruments in a laboratory setting. The position requires air monitoring for all buildings, swabbing, and handling pathogenic bacteria. Testing will include raw materials, finished products, and water samples, primarily focusing on nutraceuticals, with some pharmaceutical products. The role also involves managing multiple product lots, documenting results in LIMS, and maintaining GMP-compliant lab notebooks.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations and CAPAs.
• Conduct environmental monitoring weekly, which is physically demanding.
• Utilize aseptic techniques and Vitech instruments.
• Perform air monitoring, swabbing, and contact plate completion.
• Weigh products, streak plates, and handle pathogenic bacteria.
• Test raw materials, finished forms, water samples, and innovative products.
• Manage multiple product lots and communicate progress with team lead.
• Accurately document results in LIMS and maintain GMP-compliant lab notebooks.
• Support lab maintenance, including balance checks and fridge/freezer monitoring.
• Assist in testing samples received from global sites.
• Support cross-functional teams and focus on physical property and finished product testing.

Essential Skills

• BS in Biology or life science with a minor in biology.
• At least 3 years of professional laboratory experience in microbiology.
• Experience in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of food safety risks and audits.
• Expertise in microbiology principles and environmental monitoring.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• GMP experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Leadership skills are a plus.
• Experience with SAP, Lion, Trackwise is preferred but not required.
• Ability to make independent decisions and judgment calls in a micro lab.

Work Environment

This position operates in a Mon-Fri schedule, either 8-4 or 9-5, with potential weekend availability required once fully trained. The facility is an open campus consisting of 5 buildings with an onsite cafeteria and lounge. You will join a team with similar experienced employees, including one other technician and a supervisor who has been with the company for years. The goal is to develop into a Subject Matter Expert in Microbiology, with a pathway to transition into a leadership role after the contract period.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Belvidere, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Belvidere,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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