Microbiology Analyst at Randstad USA

Randstad (Recruiting for a Top Global Client) | Thompsons’ Station, TN (Onsite)Role DetailsJob Title: Microbiology AnalystLocation: 4530 Columbia Pike, Thompsons’ Station TN 37179 (100% Onsite) Duration: 6-month contract (Temp, with potential for full-time conversionPay: 27.00 per hourSchedule: Must be able to work the required schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Inability to work weekends is a deal breaker. The Opportunity: What You'll DoYou will be a key member of a 10-person lab team, contributing to critical product hold and release testing. Your main focus in the first 90 days will be completing training on sample preparation and petrifilm methods. Perform critical testing to ensure product quality and compliance. Work closely with other analysts and the line manager. Be a reliable, positive, and collaborative team player.Required Qualifications (Deal Breakers)Candidates who cannot meet these mandatory requirements will be automatically disqualified: Education: Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field. Experience: 1–2 years in a laboratory environment. Physical: Must be able to lift 30 lbs. Preferred Skills That Will Make You Stand OutWe’re looking for someone with practical and theoretical knowledge of lab science:Microbiology Expertise: Experienced in PCR technologies, cultural plating methods, petrifilm use, and anaerobic plating methods. Quality Systems: Practical and theoretical knowledge of ISO 17025. Lab Operations: Knowledge of aseptic technique and cross-contamination management/mitigation in laboratories. Technical Tools: Experience and skill in using computers, spreadsheets (Excel), Word, ELN, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS). Soft Skills: Must be a strong communicator, detail oriented, a self-starter, and comfortable with ambiguity and change.