Certified Group · 21 hours ago
Microbiologist
Tustin, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$28/hr - $28/hr
2+ years expCertified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing and regulatory consulting services. They are seeking a Microbiologist to prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of nutraceutical products and supplements ingredients, applying approved microbiological techniques and methodologies.
BiotechnologyConsultingProduct Research
Responsibilities
Assist in microbial challenge testing of new products to determine adequacy of preservation
Bioburden panel testing, water testing, environmental testing (ie air plates, swabs, conductivity)
Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload
Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal
Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, running media controls, etc
Maintain laboratory condition, to include equipment, supplies
Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
Prepare media for microbial quality and preservative adequacy testing
Document media preparation and media control information in appropriate logbooks
Maintain appropriate notebooks and computer logs required for the department
Organize the destruction of product discards and assist with special projects
Share information in an open, and timely manner with Supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS degree in microbiology or related field with 2-3 years of lab experience
At minimum, 1 or more years of Quality Assurance or Microbiological testing experience in the cosmetic, nutritional, or pharmaceutical industries
Able to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
Able to adapt to changes to improve company processes
Able to carry up to 50 pounds
Able to stand and sit for long periods of time
Must be able to rotate one weekend day
Benefits
Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan
Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Group Medical
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program
Company
Certified Group
Certified Group offers testing and regulatory consulting for food, cosmetics, OTC products, and dietary supplements.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amanda Bosse
CEO
Doug Shepard
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-09-10
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