Microbiologist
SGS, Easton, MD, United States
Overview
This job operates in a lab environment with equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, GeneUp, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System, and basic wet chemistry equipment for analysis of moisture, protein, fat, ash, and salt.
Responsibilities
Handle samples and perform analyses according to operating procedures and test methodology.
Maintain and verify equipment.
Report deficiencies or malfunctions to the supervisor.
Maintain records of all quality activities as documented in operating procedures and test methods.
Identify and record nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests.
Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Microbiology or related field or commercial laboratory experience – Required
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Language Skills: English
Mathematical Skills: Basic level
Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic level
Additional KSAs
Proficient computer skills
Basic use of Microsoft Office 365 Suite; experience with LIMS systems
Equipment
This role routinely uses standard office equipment (computers and phones).
Regularly operates laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, and various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, GeneUp, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System.
Job Details
Job Title: Microbiologist I
Location: Northglenn, CO
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is $25 - $29/hourly. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.
Benefits
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
Wealth: 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
Happiness / Professional Growth / Work-Life Balance: Online training courses, tuition reimbursement program, paid time off and family leave.
We provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants in compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
Other information
Position anticipated to close June 29, 2026
Equal Opportunity Employer: SGS recruits, hires, trains, and promotes persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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This job operates in a lab environment with equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, GeneUp, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System, and basic wet chemistry equipment for analysis of moisture, protein, fat, ash, and salt.
Responsibilities
Handle samples and perform analyses according to operating procedures and test methodology.
Maintain and verify equipment.
Report deficiencies or malfunctions to the supervisor.
Maintain records of all quality activities as documented in operating procedures and test methods.
Identify and record nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests.
Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Microbiology or related field or commercial laboratory experience – Required
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Language Skills: English
Mathematical Skills: Basic level
Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic level
Additional KSAs
Proficient computer skills
Basic use of Microsoft Office 365 Suite; experience with LIMS systems
Equipment
This role routinely uses standard office equipment (computers and phones).
Regularly operates laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, and various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, GeneUp, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System.
Job Details
Job Title: Microbiologist I
Location: Northglenn, CO
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is $25 - $29/hourly. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.
Benefits
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
Wealth: 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
Happiness / Professional Growth / Work-Life Balance: Online training courses, tuition reimbursement program, paid time off and family leave.
We provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants in compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
Other information
Position anticipated to close June 29, 2026
Equal Opportunity Employer: SGS recruits, hires, trains, and promotes persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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