Lead Molecular Microbiologist - PCR, NGS & Food Safety Impact

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merieux nutrisciencesCrete (IL)

Microbiologists Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)

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Merieux Nutri Sciences in Crete, IL is seeking a Lead Research Microbiologist - Molecular to oversee advanced molecular testing, including sequencing and real-time PCR, and to support method development in the laboratory. You will lead multi-step analyses, ensure GMP and ISO 17025 compliance, train analysts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams while maintaining QA documentation and data integrity.

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