Associate Microbiologist
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Job Summary
Reporting to the Scientific Affairs Manager you will support food safety quality and research initiatives through microbiological and molecular testing. You will perform analyses including PCR and other genetic-based methods while supporting applied research projects laboratory operations and continuous improvement activities. This role is onsite at our corporate office/lab in Omaha Nebraska.
What Youll Do
Perform microbiological and molecular testing including pathogen detection spoilage organism analysis PCR DNA extraction sequencing and other nucleic acid-based methods.
Support applied research projects such as shelf-life studies challenge studies method validation and new technology implementation.
Maintain laboratory documentation data records equipment calibration and compliance with ISO 17025 and other quality requirements.
Prepare technical reports evaluate scientific literature and collaborate with quality food safety and research teams to support business objectives.
Assist with laboratory operations and provide guidance to laboratory technicians as needed.
What Youll Bring
Bachelors degree in Microbiology Molecular Biology Food Science Biology Biochemistry or a related scientific field.
1 years of laboratory experience in microbiology molecular biology food safety or a related area.
Experience with microbiological testing methods and molecular techniques such as PCR DNA extraction sequencing technologies and data interpretation.
Ability to analyze data follow laboratory procedures document results and prepare technical reports.
Strong collaboration communication and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Occasional weekend or overtime work may be required.
Limited travel including occasional visits to manufacturing facilities.
Physical Requirements
More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites the physical requirements below may apply:
You may be required to walk around the facility climb stairs/ladders kneel or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination.
You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size. Manufacturing environments include large moving equipment. Noise levels can be high and temperatures may vary.
Days in office: 5
Relocation assistance is available for this role if applicable.
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Compensation
Pay Range:$59000-$79000The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employees actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal Conagra employees Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.
Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role:
Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans wellness incentive program mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
Wealth: Great pay bonus incentive opportunity matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
Growth: Career development opportunities employee resource groups on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
Balance: Paid-time off parental leave flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities
Our Company
At Conagra Brands we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18000 person team across 40 locations you are empowered to reach your potential make an impact and own your career. Were in the business of building champions within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex race color religion ethnic or national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression age pregnancy leave status disability veteran status genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national federal state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.
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