Microbiology Lab Technician

Job Title: Microbiology Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Microbiology Lab Technician to join our team. This role involves environmental monitoring, utilizing aseptic techniques, and using Vitech instruments in a laboratory setting. You will perform air monitoring, swabbing, and other essential tasks to ensure the quality and safety of our products, primarily nutraceuticals and some pharmaceuticals. Your responsibilities will also include managing multiple lots of the same product, documenting results accurately, and supporting lab maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental monitoring once a week for 4-5 hours, which is physically demanding.
• Utilize aseptic techniques in daily operations.
• Operate Vitech instruments in the laboratory.
• Perform air monitoring across all buildings and complete contact plates through swabbing.
• Weigh products, streak plates, and handle pathogenic bacteria such as salmonella and listeria.
• Test raw materials, finished products, water samples, and products from the innovation center.
• Manage multiple lots of the same product and communicate progress and results with the team lead.
• Accurately document results in the LIMS (Lions system) and maintain GMP-compliant lab notebooks.
• Support laboratory maintenance, including balance checks and fridge/freezer monitoring.
• Assist with testing samples received from other global sites.

Essential Skills

• BS in Biology or life science with a minor in biology.
• At least 1 year of professional laboratory experience in microbiology in industries such as pharma, biotech, etc.
• Strong knowledge of basic microbiology principles.
• Experience with microbiology laboratory techniques, plating, microbial analysis, and aseptic techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• GMP experience is a plus.
• Experience with SAP, Lion, Trackwise preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Work Environment

The role is based in a non-branded production and testing facility focused on nutraceutical products. You will be part of a team that supports cross-functional teams and focuses on physical property and finished product testing. The work is conducted in an open campus facility consisting of five different buildings, with amenities like an onsite cafeteria and lounge. The work schedule is generally 9-5 with the possibility of weekend work once fully trained.

This position is moving fast! If interested please send over your resume to carendas @actalentservices.com with your availability for a 10 minute phone screen.

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

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Belvidere,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $24 - $32