Assistant Microbiologist Job at Abbott, Apply Now
Step into a rewarding career at Abbott’s Columbus, OH plant where groundbreaking science meets innovative nutrition solutions. Discover the role of Assistant Microbiologist and help shape the future of healthcare with a global leader in science-backed nutrition.
Job Posting: Assistant Microbiologist
Location: Columbus, OH
This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio plant location in the Abbott Nutrition Division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.
The Columbus Plant is Abbott’s first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you’ll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives.
Working at Abbott
- Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
- Training and career development opportunities
- Competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans
- Health care and well-being programs
- Vacation, personal days, and paid holidays
- Retiree Healthcare program
- 401(k) retirement savings with company match
- Tuition reimbursement and education benefits
What You’ll Do
The Assistant Microbiologist will perform various microbiological analyses on raw ingredients, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental monitoring to ensure product quality. Responsibilities include product testing, environmental testing, documentation, troubleshooting, and more.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma (or equivalent) required plus 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics), plus 2 years of laboratory experience or 4 years’ experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals
- College or working in food/pharmaceutical/medical device plant or hospital/medical lab.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Science related Associates Degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics plus 1 year of related laboratory experience or 2 years’ experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Science related Bachelor’s Degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics
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