Analyst I (Microbiology)- Environment Testing, Chesapeake VA
Core
Microbiology Analyst preparing and analyzing environmental water samples using standard analytical techniques and EPA methodology.
Role type
Microbiology Analyst I
Builds
Environmental water quality test results for clients
Domain
Environmental testing / Water quality
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Microbiological laboratory techniques, bacterial testing (Total Coliform, E. coli, MPNs), media preparation, LIMS data entry, equipment maintenance, hazardous waste disposal, DOT compliance, sample logistics
Preferred skills
Biological degree, 4+ credit hours in Microbiology, wet chemistry, courier duties
Technologies
LIMS, word processing software, database software, incubators, water baths, refrigerators
Responsibilities
Perform basic micro lab techniques and prepare media/cultures, culture and enumerate infectious bacterial pathogens, maintain precise records of analyses, receive and verify incoming samples against Chain of Custody, prepare and ship bottle kits to clients, maintain and calibrate lab equipment, dispose of hazardous materials, monitor freezer temperatures, conduct client interactions, perform courier duties for sample pickup and delivery
Seniority
Entry-level Analyst