R&D Microbiology Co-Op

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Location: Hazelwood, MO, United States
Position Type: Intern/Co-op
Job Function: Bioscience R&D

A world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics for more than 60 years, bioMérieux provides diagnostic solutions which determine the source of disease and contamination to improve patient health and ensure consumer safety.

In North America we have more than 6,200 team members across 11 sites or subsidiaries, including Salt Lake City-based BioFire Diagnostics and one subsidiary in Montreal, Canada.

Come and join a family-owned global company with a long-term vision, and a human-centered culture.

Description

Contribute to the R&D Microbiology department’s ability to develop new and support existing products and timely completion of projects by performing routine tasks and may be a part of more complex experiments.

Must be in a current education program to be considered for the co-op program. Pays $22 an hour and is onsite in St Louis, MO.

Principal Contributions / Accountabilities and Associated Activities

Work independently to complete routine microbiology and molecular biology laboratory tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
Under the supervision of more senior R&D staff, perform routine experiments.
Perform data collection.
Comply with protocols and procedures.
Maintain appropriate documentation.
Working with senior R&D staff, the individual will plan, prioritize and complete assigned activities.
Reasonable, reliable attendance and punctuality is an essential job functions required for this position.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

Pursuing an A.S. in laboratory technology, a B.S. or higher in Microbiology, health-related profession, biomedical technology or molecular science.
Have completed at least one molecular biology laboratory class or other relevant laboratory coursework.
Theoretical knowledge of relevant techniques

Soft Skills

Achievement Orientation, analytical thinking, flexibility, information seeking, Teamwork and collaboration

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