Hired by Matrix, Inc · 1 day ago
R&D Microbiology Lab Technician
Valhalla, NY
Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
$30/hr - $30/hr
1+ years expHired by Matrix, Inc is an international food and beverage company seeking a R&D Microbiology Lab Technician. This role involves providing laboratory support, performing standardized microbiological testing, and ensuring GLP compliance while assisting R&D Microbiologists.
Human ResourcesMarketingStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Provides day‑to‑day laboratory support to Microbiology team
Performs standardized microbiological testing on beverages, concentrates, and ingredients; prepares media and reagents; maintains GLP compliance; and supports challenge/qualification studies under the direction of R&D Microbiologists
Ensures accurate sample login, execution, documentation, and timely communication of results that enable product release decisions and research milestones
Sample handling & testing: Receive, log, label, and process R&D and pilot‑plant samples; execute routine tests (e.g., APC, coliforms, yeast & mold), swabs/rinse waters, per defined methods and micro sampling plans; document results with precision
Media & reagent preparation: Prepare high‑quality culture media, buffers, and reagents; perform sterility checks; maintain lot and expiration records
Support studies: Assist Microbiologists during microbiological challenge/qualification studies (inoculation, monitoring, data capture); ensure aseptic technique and adherence to protocols
Result reporting: Record, verify, and route test outcomes; notify stakeholders of releases or out‑of‑spec findings in line with release procedures
Lab operations: Maintain inventory, order supplies/consumables; perform equipment checks and cleaning (incubators, waterbaths, refrigerators/freezers) and complete LQS logs/SOPs
Quality system & GLP: Follow SOPs, data integrity and traceability practices; support QC programs and proficiency activities; uphold safety and GLP standards
Culture collection: Maintain and update the laboratory culture collection per department practices
Digital/lab systems: Use SharePoint/DM templates and LIMS/recording tools for sample tracking and data entry
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or related discipline with microbiology coursework/labs
1 - 3+ years hands‑on experience in a microbiology lab (or equivalent academic, internship or co-op experience) performing standard methods (serial dilutions, pour/spread plates, colony counting, culture transfers)
Proficient aseptic technique; operation of micro lab equipment (autoclave, incubators, membrane filtration, pH meter, balances, biosafety cabinet); accurate documentation
Strong attention to detail, ability to follow written procedures, teamwork, communication, and time management in a fast‑paced R&D environment
Role involves routine use of: autoclave (bench/stand‑alone), incubators (walk‑in/benchtop), membrane filtration units, biosafety cabinet/laminar flow hood, refrigerators/freezers, waterbaths, colony counters, microscopes, pH meters, balances, UV lamp; plus standard PPE and lab supplies per SOPs
Adhere to site EHS policies, micro lab safety manuals, and GLP standards; complete required safety modules and maintain LQS logs (temperature recording, cleaning schedules)
Follow R&D micro release requirements and documentation practices when products are intended for consumption by non‑R&D personnel
Preferred
Familiarity with or similar beverage micro testing/release procedures for R&D consumption products
Experience with LIMS or structured data capture platforms in a lab setting (e.g., WinLIMS/LabVantage or equivalent)
Company
Hired by Matrix, Inc
Hired by Matrix is a staffing and recruiting company specializing in administrative, clerical, and marketing staffing services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
S
Sharon Olzerowicz
President/CEO
Company data provided by crunchbase