Scientist - Night Shift

bioMerieux Inc.
$88,000 - $96,000
retirement plan
United States, California, San Jose
Jul 14, 2025
Description We are seeking a Microbiologist with experience in Research and Development to work evenings (2:30pm to 11:00pm) Tuesday through Friday and AM shift (10:00am to 7:00pm) on Saturday. You will be a key contributor and critical to the success of the company. As part of the Microbiology team, you will be responsible for designing, documenting, and testing both instruments and consumables to support the company's product lines. You will be responsible for executing protocols and writing reports. As part of the Microbiology team, you will help build up toward the commercial readiness of our products and will execute laboratory functions. Primary Duties: Perform microbiological testing to support ongoing study protocols as well as testing of new instruments, AST panels, and consumables. Daily data analysis for completed assays. Perform initial inspection of incoming consumables. Process biological specimen samples using aseptic techniques and lab safety protocols. Coordinating with other teams and departments Create and present reports on conducted experiments, and failure investigations. Participation in regular lab operations included running experiments, maintenance, cleaning, and routine tests. Perform other duties and projects related to lab and department operations as requested by management. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Scientific field, Microbiology a plus 2 years experience in a lab setting as a scientist 1+ year Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: Knowledge of aseptic techniques, good documentation practices (GDP), and good laboratory practices (GLP) Knowledge of ISO 9001 and FDA Quality System Regulations is advantageous preferred Strong focus and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize accuracy while following best practices in a fast-paced industrial laboratory environment. Must be flexible and able to adapt to changes in task priority and able to work under time constraints. Good organizational skills, communication, teamwork, and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently (after training) to complete assigned tasks The estimated salary range for this role based in California is between $88,000 - $96,000. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux's bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate's experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer. In addition, bioMerieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include: * A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options * Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance * Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance * Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match. * Adoption Assistance * Wellness Programs * Employee Assistance Program * Commuter Benefits * Various voluntary benefit offerings * Discount programs * Parental leaves Please be aware that recruitment related scams are on the rise. Fraudulent job postings are being placed on other websites, and individuals posing as bioMerieux Talent Acquisition team members are reaching out via email or text message in an attempt to collect your personal and confidential information. In some cases, these scammers are also conducting bogus interviews prior to extending fraudulent offers of employment. Beware of individuals reaching out using general phone numbers and non-bioMerieux email domains (i.e. Hotmail.com, Gmail.com, Yahoo.com, etc.). If you are concerned that an interview experience or offer of employment might be a scam, please make sure you are searching for the posting on our careers site https://careers.biomerieux.com/ or contact us at [emailprotected]. BioMerieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 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