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Microbiologist – EPA Compliance
Exton PA, Direct Hire
Salary: $78,000-$92,000/year
We are seeking an experienced Microbiologist to support laboratory testing and product development activities related to EPA-regulated disinfectants, sanitizers, and antimicrobial products. The successful candidate will perform microbiological efficacy testing in accordance with EPA guidelines and established industry standards, maintain compliance with GLP requirements, analyze data, and prepare technical documentation for regulatory submissions.
This position requires hands-on experience conducting disinfectant efficacy studies, microbial culturing, aseptic laboratory techniques, and interpretation of test results in a regulated laboratory environment.
What You’ll Do
What we’re looking for
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.
Exton PA, Direct Hire
Salary: $78,000-$92,000/year
We are seeking an experienced Microbiologist to support laboratory testing and product development activities related to EPA-regulated disinfectants, sanitizers, and antimicrobial products. The successful candidate will perform microbiological efficacy testing in accordance with EPA guidelines and established industry standards, maintain compliance with GLP requirements, analyze data, and prepare technical documentation for regulatory submissions.
This position requires hands-on experience conducting disinfectant efficacy studies, microbial culturing, aseptic laboratory techniques, and interpretation of test results in a regulated laboratory environment.
What You’ll Do
- Perform EPA disinfectant and sanitizer efficacy testing following established protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct antimicrobial efficacy studies using methods including:
- AOAC Use-Dilution Method
- Germicidal Spray Products Test
- Hard Surface Carrier Tests
- Quantitative Carrier Tests
- Bactericidal, fungicidal, and sporicidal efficacy studies
- Prepare microbial cultures, inocula, media, and reagents required for testing.
- Execute laboratory studies in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), SOPs, and quality system requirements.
- Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, raw data, and electronic records.
- Analyze microbiological data and prepare technical reports for clients and regulatory submissions.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment including incubators, biosafety cabinets, autoclaves, and colony counters.
- Participate in method development, validation, and troubleshooting activities.
- Support EPA registration requirements by generating scientifically sound efficacy data.
- Assist with laboratory investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and quality audits.
- Ensure adherence to laboratory safety procedures and biosafety practices.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, or related life science field.
- Minimum 3 years of microbiology laboratory experience.
- Minimum 2 years of direct experience performing EPA disinfectant efficacy testing (AOAC Testing)
- Experience with AOAC International test methods and ASTM antimicrobial testing standards.
- Strong knowledge of microbiological techniques, sterile procedures, and culture maintenance.
- Experience working under GLP and quality management systems.
- Proficiency in data analysis and technical report writing.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience supporting EPA registration studies.
- Experience testing disinfectants, sanitizers, sporicides, and antimicrobial preservatives.
- Knowledge of EPA FIFRA regulatory requirements.
- Experience working in a contract research organization (CRO), industrial microbiology laboratory, or disinfectant manufacturer.
- Microbial culturing and identification
- Aseptic technique
- Bacterial, fungal, viral, and spore testing
- GLP documentation
- SOP development and revision
- Laboratory equipment qualification and calibration
- Regulatory compliance and audit readiness
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.
Salary : $78,000 - $92,000