Entry level microbiologist Jobs in Guelph, ON

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Microbiologist I (12 month contract)

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Role reports to:

Laboratory Supervisor (Microbiology)

Location:

North America, Canada, Ontario, Guelph

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

We are excited to announce two temporary openings of 12 months within our team.

Work Schedule: both roles operate on a weekend shift schedule consisting of four 10-hour shifts, Friday through Monday.

The Microbiologist I is responsible for testing the microbiological quality of water, raw materials, packaging components, bulk work in process and finished products. This role also performs environmental monitoring, laboratory and production water testing, and testing of media produced within the Microbiology Laboratory.

You will help ensure compliance with internal specifications and applicable regulatory and corporate requirements. You will partner with cross-functional teams to support quality-event investigations, laboratory improvements and audit readiness. Cross-training across microbiological test types is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing of water, raw materials, packaging components, bulk work in process, finished products and laboratory-prepared media.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and production and laboratory water testing.
• Maintain the laboratory and assigned workspaces in an audit-ready state.
• Complete required training through the Learning Management System.
• Support laboratory investigations and the investigation of quality events.
• Participate in compliance, cost-improvement and continuous-improvement projects.
• Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and support instrument qualification activities.
• Create, revise and maintain quality documentation, as required.
• Support change controls and audit-remediation follow-up activities.
• Provide guidance to Quality Technicians, Scientists and students working within the laboratory.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert during internal and external audits, when required.
• Act as a Qualified Trainer when assigned.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or a related discipline.
• One to three years of relevant experience in a Quality or Research and Development environment within the pharmaceutical, food or water industry.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively against multiple deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Strong technical-writing, verbal-communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment requiring the use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to use a computer on a continuous basis and make frequent visits to the Quality Laboratory.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, manufacturing or food industry.
• Experience using Microbiology laboratory equipment and methods.
• Knowledge of Process Excellence or Lean methodologies.
• Experience supporting laboratory investigations, change controls, instrument qualification or audit-remediation activities.

What’s in it for you

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:$53,000.00 - $86,135.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

• Competitive Benefit Package*

• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!

• Learning & Development Opportunities

• Kenvuer Impact Networks

• This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

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Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing, currently vacant position.