Microbiology Lab Technician

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Microbiology Lab Technician Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Microbiology Lab Technician to join our laboratory team. This role is responsible for performing a wide range of microbiological testing, including sterility testing, environmental monitoring, microbial identification, and infectious disease testing. The position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of tissue donations and other biological samples. Key Responsibilities Perform microbiology testing, including sterility testing and environmental monitoring Conduct culture swabs on tissue, equipment, and laboratory environments Execute tissue donor infectious disease testing and confirmatory infectious disease assays Perform component quality control (QC) testing Read and interpret media plates for microbial growth Prepare, read, and interpret Gram stains Utilize and interpret selective and differential media Accurately document test results in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulatory requirements Required Qualifications & Skills Bachelor of Science in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field Strong knowledge of laboratory safety practices and basic microbiology techniques Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in microbiology testing Proven experience with: Sterility testing Gram staining Bioburden testing Microbial identification techniques Preferred Skills & Experience Experience reading media plates for molecular and microbial growth Strong understanding of Gram stain interpretation Working knowledge of: Selective and differential media Microbial identification methodologies Vitek MS and Vitek II systems Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $29.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.