Microbiology Technical Manager

Full-time - Mid Level

Riverton, NJ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Microbiology Technical Manager at EMSL Analytical, Inc. will support the laboratory manager in providing technical expertise in a diverse microbiology laboratory. This role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring quality assurance practices, and interacting with clients and staff to meet the needs of various industries.

Responsibilities

• Support the Laboratory Manager in providing technical support in a diverse microbiology laboratory.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed.
• Implement the QA/QC Program and Standard Operating Procedures within the laboratory.
• Ensure QA/QC practices are followed in accordance with company policies and internal Quality Management System.
• Interact with clients on technical issues and collaborate with the sales team.
• Support a staff of technicians and analysts of varying levels.
• Maintain accreditations and certifications held by the laboratory, interacting with auditors as necessary.
• Add additional test methods to the lab as dictated by client needs.
• Be hands-on in the laboratory with the staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in mycology/microbiology/bacteriology; a graduate degree is a plus.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant analytical experience.
• Ability to enumerate, identify, and confirm a wide variety of bacteria and fungi.
• Experience with air samples, surface samples, food testing, bacteriology, and mycology is desirable.
• Proficient in common lab procedures with previous commercial lab experience.
• Ability to distinguish colors for analysis purposes.
• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Good computer skills, including typing, MS Office, and Excel.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet short deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in environmental microbiology, food microbiology, and water microbiology.
• Familiarity with microbial and bioaerosol analysis methods.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Voluntary benefits
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Flexible spending account