Microbiology Supervisor

Microbac Laboratories, Inc.

. Provide technical oversight and responsibility for analytical data and reports generated by the laboratory .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeCortland • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in food microbiology and analytical techniques, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while providing technical oversight and guidance in laboratory operations. Capable of leading teams, managing projects, and effectively communicating technical information to stakeholders.

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Bachelor’s Degree In MicrobiologyFood Microbiology Laboratory ExperienceAnalytical Techniques In Environmental TestingLeadership AbilityRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Analytical Problem-SolvingData ValidationMethod DevelopmentTechnical Report WritingQuality AssuranceLaboratory Procedures SupervisionTraining And DevelopmentSample ProcessingData AnalysisRegulatory Standards Knowledge

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsClient Relationship ManagementTeam CollaborationTime ManagementTechnical Guidance

Industry Keywords

QA/QC Performance MonitoringAccreditation RequirementsLaboratory LeadershipCorrective ActionsTechnical Resource

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical oversight and responsibility for analytical data and reports generated by the laboratory
Review raw data as needed and final analytical reports
Work with the Quality team to ensure analytical data is regulatory compliant and legally defensible
Develop and update test methods and standard operating procedures
Work with internal and external stakeholders to explain testing requirements under regulatory standards
Process samples across various laboratories
Oversee analysts and technicians during daily production
Ensure customer expectations are met
Conduct routine training for laboratory staff and maintain training records
Provide technical and scientific guidance to the laboratory
Oversee development and validation of new methods
Manage non-routine work and projects, data validation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving
Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, certification, and licensing requirements
Serve as a technical resource for the laboratory
Supervise laboratory procedures and validate results
Maintain records and manage testing activities
Review data for accuracy and final analytical data reports
Monitor QA/QC performance and validity of analyses and data
Address staff and client needs using technical knowledge
Collaborate with sales and project teams to satisfy client needs
Define minimum qualifications and skills for positions within the assigned unit
Ensure staff receive adequate training, guidance, and direction
Participate in research, acquisition, installation, and validation of new instruments
Participate in process improvement and methods development
Assist the Quality Assurance Officer with QA/QC audits, investigations, and corrective actions
Interpret technical results and communicate laboratory capabilities to current and prospective clients
Collaborate with QA and Laboratory Leadership on investigations, non-conformances, corrective actions, audit deviations, and out-of-control analyses
Report to the Laboratory Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology
Minimum of 5 years of food microbiology laboratory experience
Technical knowledge of analytical techniques in the Environmental and Food testing fields
Demonstrated leadership ability
High level analytical problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to conduct analysis and read, interpret, and report technical data
Ability to respond effectively, in writing and verbally, to sensitive or highly technical inquiries
Ability to prioritize own and other’s time to meet workload and client expectations
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and tools
Ability to talk or hear
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and sit
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Color vision and depth perception
Willingness/ability to travel less than 20%
Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Generous paid time off including vacation and holidays
Flex-time
Wellness program
Referral bonus
Tuition reimbursement
Room to grow
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities