Microbiologist I
Company: Joulé
Location: Piscataway
Posted on: June 26, 2025
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Job Description:
Title: Microbiologist I Location: Piscataway, New Jersey Type:
Contract To Hire Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Position Summary: Our
client is seeking a Microbiologist I to join its Microbiology &
Environmental Monitoring team within the Quality department. This
full-time, entry-level exempt position supports lab operations,
environmental monitoring (EM), and microbiological testing for
sterile and non-sterile drug products. The role is ideal for
candidates with 0–2 years of relevant experience in a
pharmaceutical or cosmetic cGMP lab setting. Responsibilities:
Perform EM in aseptic manufacturing areas (air, surface, gowning
sampling) Collect, incubate, and trend viable and non-viable
samples Conduct water testing (WFI, RO, purified water) and
compressed gas monitoring Perform bacterial endotoxin testing,
bioburden, microbial limits, gram staining, and growth promotion
Submit samples for ID and testing to internal or external labs
Assist with autoclave operation and basic lab sanitation Enter data
into Excel for trending and compliance documentation Support
general lab operations and prepare for audits Ok to travel locally
between Piscataway and South Plainfield locations as needed (1x per
week on occasion- once trained) Requirements: 0–2 years of hands-on
microbiology lab experience in pharma or cosmetics (food background
not preferred) Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or
related scientific field Familiarity with aseptic technique and
GMP/GLP concepts Basic knowledge of EM, bioburden, or water testing
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and willingness
to learn Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word Nice to Have:
Internship or academic lab experience in a regulated setting
Exposure to Veeva Vault or similar documentation systems
Familiarity with autoclaves or gowning procedures System One, and
its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain
Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce
solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more
efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System
One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we
offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage
options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life
insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k)
plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or
related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity,
age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave
status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any
other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or
local law. Ref: 558-Scientific
Keywords: Joulé, Vineland , Microbiologist I, Science, Research & Development , Piscataway, New Jersey
