NEW JOB OPENING
R&D MICROBIOLOGY LAB TECHNICIAN
IN Valhalla, NY, USA!

 

Date Posted: 03/30/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 499068
Industry: Food & Beverage
Job Title: R&D Microbiology Lab Technician
Job Location: Valhalla, NY, USA, 10595
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 7
Min Hourly Rate($): 26.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 28.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Lab Tech, LIMS, QC, Testing
Experience Desired: Microbiology Lab Experience (1+ yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree

**C2C is not available**

 

Job Description
Education:

• B.S. in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or related discipline with microbiology coursework/labs.



Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: 1+ years hands-on experience in a microbiology lab (or equivalent academic, internship or co-op experience).

• Soft skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to follow written procedures, teamwork, communication, and time management.



Tools & Equipment

• Role involves routine use of: autoclave (bench/stand-alone), incubators (walk-in/benchtop), membrane filtration units, biosafety cabinet/laminar flow hood, refrigerators/freezers, water baths, colony counters, microscopes, pH meters, balances, UV lamp; plus standard PPE and lab supplies per SOPs.



Compliance, Health & Safety

• Adhere to site EHS policies, micro lab safety manuals, and GLP standards; complete required safety modules and maintain LQS logs (temperature recording, cleaning schedules).

• Follow R&D micro release requirements and documentation practices when products are intended for consumption by non-R&D person.



Role Summary

• The R&D Microbiology Lab Technician supports daily testing and lab operations for Microbiology team.

• This role performs routine microbiological tests on beverages and ingredients, prepares basic lab materials, follows Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and helps run small studies under the direction of the Microbiology team.

• Accurate sample handling, testing, documentation, and communication are essential.



Key Responsibilities

• Sample handling & testing: Receive, log, label, and process R&D and pilot-plant samples; execute routine tests (e.g., APC, coliforms, yeast & mold), swabs/rinse waters, per defined methods and micro sampling plans; document results with precision.

• Culture collection: Maintain and update the laboratory culture collection per department practices.

• Media & reagent preparation: Prepare high-quality culture media, buffers, and reagents; perform sterility checks; maintain lot and expiration records.

• Result reporting: Record, verify, and route test outcomes; notify stakeholders of releases or out-of-spec findings in line with release procedures.

• Quality system & GLP: Follow SOPs, data integrity and traceability practices; support QC programs and proficiency activities; uphold safety and GLP standards.

• Digital/lab systems: Use SharePoint/DM templates and LIMS/recording tools for sample tracking and data entry (as applicable).
  • **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

  • **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**


 

Benefits:
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California Pay Equity:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.

Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).

 

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