Research And Development Technician

Our award-winning culture is friendly, collaborative, and supportive, providing endless opportunities for individuals to learn and grow, both personally and professionally. At Microbiologics, we believe that ""great vision without great people is irrelevant."" That's why we are always looking for great people to join our dynamic, innovative company as we provide the highest quality biomaterials for a safer, healthier world.
We are currently looking to add a Research and Development Technician to our team in Kalamazoo, MI. In this role you will be responsible for: Conducting supervised experiments to support anti-infective development using microbiology and molecular biology techniques as well as other applicable methodologies and reports results. Generally required to apply education and work experience to conduct focused research thoughtfully, collaboratively and efficiently with high integrity.
What can I expect in this role?
In this position, you will work 9am-5pm Monday-Friday.
Some Key Duties In This Role Include

• Performs basic microbiology techniques including microbial culture, enumeration, isolation, and identification using traditional and rapid methods.
• Conducts specialized projects (MIC testing, resistance development, time-kill assays, test method evaluation, etc.) with supervision.
• Writes or reviews new department SOPs/update existing department SOPs as necessary.
• Performs basic molecular biology techniques including PCR, gel electrophoresis, nucleic acid quantitation, cloning, nucleic acid isolation.
• Documents research accurately according to policies and procedures.
• Conducts antimicrobial/antifungal susceptibility testing in accordance with established guidelines.
• Follows applicable SOPs/guidelines during conduct of research.

Other Duties

• Observe all company policies, rules, and safety practices.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform maintenance per General Maintenance Schedule when applicable.
• May serve as support staff on other projects during periods of high demand.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior staff.

Who is Microbiologics?
Microbiologics is one of the fastest growing international biotechnology companies in the nation. We are the world’s leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world. For over 50 years, we have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers, and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and virology. Headquartered in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we have additional facilities in California, Kentucky, and Michigan.
What can we offer you?
Glad you asked!
We have a comprehensive benefits package that includes your standard benefits such as health and dental insurance, health savings account (company funded), life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a 401k program with a generous match to name a few. In addition, we are proud to support our team and their families by offering daycare assistance, tuition reimbursement, bonus potential, a competitive compensation and benefits package, and plenty of opportunities for training and growth.
What makes you a good fit?
Our goal is finding the right individual for our team – we firmly believe that the right person is someone to invest in and invite to join our family.
Education/Experience
Here is what we are looking for:

• Knowledgeable on aseptic technique.
• At least 1 year hands-on experience working with bacteria and/or fungi.
• Knowledgeable with formulations and basic chemistry techniques.
• Four (4) year degree in relevant field (e.g., biology, microbiology, virology, cell biology molecular biology, food science)
• Familiar with basic molecular biology techniques (cloning, PCR, primer design, etc.).

If you have a passion for science, we encourage you to apply!