• Microbiology Lab Technician

    Actalent (Sharonville, OH)


    Micro Lab Technician – Where Science Meets Precision

     

    Type: Entry-Level | Full-Time

     

    Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biotech / Quality Control

    What You’ll Be Doing

    Step into the world of microscopic marvels! As our Micro Lab Technician, you’ll be the guardian of cleanliness, compliance, and culture (the microbial kind). You’ll perform critical testing that keeps our products safe and our standards sky-high.

    Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

    + Conduct aseptic testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods using USP agar methods.

    + Handle live cultures like a pro—growth promotion testing is your jam.

    + Keep the lab spotless and audit-ready.

    + Collect and analyze environmental samples (air, water, surfaces—you name it).

    + Spot trends in data and help refine SOPs and testing methods.

    + Document everything with precision and support investigations when needed.

    + Calibrate and maintain lab instruments like a scientist-mechanic hybrid.

    + Help manage inventory so we never run out of the good stuff.

    + Collaborate with other QC heroes and support cross-functional needs.

    + Participate in OOS investigations, deviations, and CAPAs.

    + Communicate clearly across shifts to keep testing seamless.

    What You Bring to the Table

    + A Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.

    + A curious mind and a knack for solving scientific puzzles.

    + Comfort with microscopes, petri dishes, pour plates, and vacuum filters.

    + Strong math, reasoning, and organizational skills.

    + Ability to follow SOPs like a recipe for success.

    + Solid communication skills—written and verbal.

    + Familiarity with lab software and systems.

    + Self-starter attitude with a love for independent work.

    Bonus Skills That’ll Make You Shine

    + Experience with plating, streaking, and diagnosing microbial behavior.

    + Quality control mindset and attention to detail.

    + A passion for keeping things clean, compliant, and cutting-edge.

     

    Ready to Launch Your Career?

     

    If you’re looking to kickstart your journey in microbiology and want to be part of a team that values precision, curiosity, and collaboration—apply now. Let’s grow something great together (in a petri dish and beyond).

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Sharonville,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.