Microbiology Student Assistant (Summer 2025)

Overview of Position:

Streck is recruiting a Microbiology Assistant to join our Microbiology Department this summer. This position will work closely with our Microbiology Instrument and manufacturing groups.

The Primary Responsibilities include:

• Maintain aseptic working conditions in the microbiology lab.

• Maintain adequate inventory of microbiology lab supplies.

• Perform microbiological testing of incoming materials, solutions, in-process and filled final products according to established procedures.

• Prepare culture media according to established procedures

• Perform environmental microbiological testing according to established procedures.

• Assist with department projects as assigned by management.

• Other duties assigned by management.

Requirements include:

• At least 16 years of age enrolled in High School or early college pursuing a degree in microbiology, biology, or life sciences.

• Ability to work 40 hours per week (8am to 4:30pm M-F) for the summer period.

• Interests in gaining laboratory or quality control experience

• Familiar with aseptic technique

• Strong computer skills

• Attention to detail

• Strong work ethic

Work Schedule:

• 8-hour days - Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Dress Code Requirements:

• Casual - jeans and t-shirt

Pay Per Hour: S1

Number of Positions Available: 1

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 5 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 5 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

**The work environment characteristics and physical demands stated in their respective sections are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Visit www.streckcareers.comto learn more about Streck and apply for this opportunity.

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