Microbiology Associate Job at KBI Biopharma, Apply Now!
Looking to advance your microbiology career in a dynamic biopharma setting? KBI Biopharma is hiring a Microbiology Associate I/II (Wednesday–Saturday) to support its cutting-edge Contract Manufacturing and Process Development operations. Based onsite, you’ll gain hands-on experience in environmental monitoring, product testing, and clean utility systems—all while being part of a global leader driving scientific breakthroughs.
About Company:
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Job Posting: Microbiology Associate I/II (Wednesday-Saturday) at KBI Biopharma
Position Summary:
The Microbiology Associate I/II will be part of the Microbiology Department responsible for the testing and support for the Microbiology Laboratory in support of a Contract Manufacturing biotechnology facility and Process Development.
Responsibilities:
- Environmental Monitoring (Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Surface Viable)
- Clean Utility Monitoring (Water Sampling, Bioburden, Conductivity, TOC, Coliform and Nitrates)
- Compressed Gas Monitoring (Collection, Air Viable, Total Air Particulate, Dragger Tests and specific ID tests)
- Product Testing (Bioburden, Endotoxin, Host Purity, or Non-Host)
- Media Release
- Laboratory Support
Requirements:
- Microbiology Associate I: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biology or related technological field of science.
- Microbiology Associate II: Bachelor of Science degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of 2 – 3 years of technical management experience; or a master’s degree with 1 year or a Doctorate degree in Microbiology study.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. Ability to stand for periods of time greater than 3 hours. Position requires donning PPE.
Salary Range:
- Microbiology Associate I: $21.97 / hr – $30.21 / hr
- Microbiology Associate II: $26.10 / hr – $35.89 / hr
Actual salary will depend on experience and qualifications. KBI Biopharma offers a robust total rewards strategy, including:
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Annual bonus structure
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Medical, dental, vision
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Paid PTO and holidays
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401(k) matching (100% vesting in 60 days)
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Employee recognition programs
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