Microbiologist Associate

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Microbiologist Associate to join our PPE team in RTP, NC. This role requires candidates to be ONSITE Monday through Friday.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows defined test plans and datasheets with necessary supervision/support. Evaluates test performance and
sample operation to properly evaluate test results. Records and explains test results and completes test report.• Serves as Lead for simple test programs as assigned with the necessary assistance. Communicates project status
and results as needed. Holds responsibility for defining test plan, report completion and accuracy, meeting of agreed
deadlines, and managing project related activities.• Examines customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case with support. Communicates with
internal customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.• Directs, builds and/or adapts simple test setups, sample preparations/solutions and instruments to new situations,
based on test plans and instructions. Trains other lab staff on these test procedures or instruments.• Operates and maintains test instruments appropriately to measure and test samples. Performs maintenance on
designated test instruments and laboratory area.• For a single testing technology, integrates basic process and instruments improvements into all aspects of the job.
Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new instruments, processes, and
forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.• Understands and follows safe chemical and microbiological hygiene practices.• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct, and follow all physical and digital security practices.• Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree or diploma from an accredited university through a formal program of study in Microbiology,
General Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry but not limited to these disciplines only plus generally 1-3 years of professional experience.• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service. • Demonstrated ability to successfully partner with Engineering and other Laboratory Personnel to complete projects in
a timely manner with high quality. • Demonstrated ability to analyze special testing needs. • Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers • Demonstrated ability to be innovative and creative • Desire to work in a team-oriented environment • Ability to use Microsoft Office suite is a must • Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing
What you will experience working at UL:

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people." Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We're able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers' create. We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards: .The salary range for this position is $75,000+ and is based upon years of experience that is commensurate with the level of the position.All employees at UL Solutions are eligible for annual bonus compensation. UL offers a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Additionally, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. We provide Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts and Health Savings Accounts that UL contributes to twice per year! Depending on your role, you can work with your manager on flexible working arrangements. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off.

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ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Built Environment provides the highest level of technical knowledge, expertise and testing, inspection and certification, advisory and commissioning services to support our customers globally throughout the entire life cycle of their products and buildings. UL Solutions plays a critical role and acts as a trusted partner to various stakeholders in the built environment and building products industry by knowing everything about every building, building regulation and requirement, fire equipment services and personal protective equipment by providing proactive insights on safe, secure and sustainable buildings, risk management solutions and tenant wellness and safety validations.