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Your role at Clorox:
The Clorox Company has an opportunity in the Advanced Measurement Sciences (AMS) Microbiology group within our Research and Development Center in Pleasanton, California for an Associate Scientist II position.
You will be part of a team growing numerous brands across the Clorox portfolio. Daily responsibilities include using sterile techniques to grow and test a variety of BS2 microbes, method development, data analysis, and providing microbiological expertise. You will have experience in EPA and FDA regulated OTC products. You will work closely with Scientists and the Business Units to vet systems, troubleshoot issues, and recommend next steps based on experimentation and knowledge. You will also take on non-project specific initiatives within the department to grow the Microbiological knowledge base and functionality of Clorox as a whole.
This position is for an experienced microbiologist with knowledge across a variety of microbes (Bacteria, yeast, mold) and strong problem solving and communication skills. The successful candidate will also have experience testing products for microbial activity across consumer goods including cleaning, professional cleaning/sanitization, food, and personal care products.
In this role, you will:
Working at the bench developing and applying microbial methods to screen a variety of Clorox products for effectiveness and robustness against spoilage.
Data analysis, interpretation, discussion and communication of results and recommendations, as well as prompt recording of findings in lab notebooks and/or on approved sites.
Effective partnering with the BUs and communication of technical proposals, data, and progress reports to project team members and management.
Participating in general lab management such as maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work environment, ordering supplies, and keeping instrument maintenance
The ability to become adept at the use of new tools, multi-task, and work according to tight timelines, and be able to get information under ambiguity.
Demonstrating drive, initiative, creativity, and providing quality results.
What we look for:
1 to 3 years experience working in a microbiology lab. Experience with consumer goods, food or cosmetics products.
/Recommended:
The ability to develop, run, optimize and design various microbiological methodologies for product effectiveness and robustness screening
Experience reading SOPs and independently determining how to complete the work described
Troubleshooting microbial assays (identifying anomalies and developing mitigating actions)
Working experience with sterile technique, microbial propagation, serial dilutions, enumerating colonies, media preparation, and plating (pour, streaking)
Experience using equipment such as autoclaves, spectrophotometers, centrifuges, microscopes, and air chambers
Responsibility for instrument maintenance, supplies, repairs, and purchases.
Strong aptitude to learn and master new tools and skills.
Experience working collaboratively with multi-functional teams in a fast-paced environment, and in providing guidance/training to others on routine assignments.
Ability to multi-task and manage efforts on multiple projects according to assigned priorities.
Excellent adherence to lab and chemical safety requirements, company documentation policies, and strong demonstrated work ethics.
Ability and aptitude to train others across a variety of microbial techniques
Workplace type:
This position will be located in our Pleasanton, CA office, and the individual will be expected to be in the office 3 days a week.Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.
[U.S.]Additional Information:
At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.
We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.
–Zone A: $27.64 - $48.08
–Zone B: $25.34 - $44.09
–Zone C: $23.03 - $40.05
All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.
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