EMPLOYMENT

Available Position: Laboratory Technician, Part-Time (Posted: 06-04-2007)

Responsibilities: Perform and keep records on routine established analytical procedures using basic laboratory techniques and equipment after proper instruction. The Laboratory Technician works under frequent supervision performing standardized, generally repetitive assays and tests. Instructions are well defined, either written or oral, although they may be quite detailed. A wide variety of common laboratory equipment may be employed from one section to another, but they do not require skilled technical knowledge. Speed and accuracy in weighing and measuring are generally more important than analytical understanding. It is equally important to accurately read and record results. The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing and documenting quality assurance measurements for those materials, equipment, and work surfaces used on a routine basis. He or she is also responsible for sanitizing or sanitary disposal of any equipment, materials, and work surfaces used throughout the course of the day’s work. Daily work activities includes setting up instruments and supplies, sample preparation, diluting and dispensing of samples, reading and recording of results, cleaning up / sanitizing of work area and perform other duties as assigned. The incumbent carries out assignments in a timely, diligent, and safe manner and performs in accordance with Department Operating Procedures. Position will require weekend rotations and must work some holidays.

Experience: Entry Level (0-2 years)

Requirements:

• High school education including science courses, with one year of related work experience or appropriate college coursework preferred.

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Available Position: Research Microbiology Director, Full-Time/Experienced
(Posted: 04-17-2007)

Responsibilities: ABC Research Corporation (www.abcr.com) is one of the largest, independent, ISO 17025 accredited contract food testing laboratories in the United States. With 40 years of service to the food industry, ABC Research Corporation has acted as problem solver, adviser, consultant, and trainer to regulators, academicians, and industry scientists alike. Our quality scientists hold over 50 degrees from accredited universities including 8 Ph.D.`s with over 250 years of combined food industry experience. Duties include: 1) Managing a staff of 4 to 10 full-time and part-time scientists of various scientific backgrounds in the implementation of contracted research projects and special biological/microbiological testing. 2) Providing high quality research project proposals/quotes to clients in a prompt manner; includes development of experimental designs and relevant new methods. 3) Providing consulting services to clients in the areas of process evaluation, process efficacy, preservation efficacy, food safety, and food microbiology 4) Providing high quality research project and consulting reports to clients in a timely manner. 5) Screening and/or development of new microbial methodologies to meet research and special testing needs as well as other company division needs.

Requirements:

• PhD in Food Science/Food Microbiology with research emphasis in food microbiology and food safety with well-rounded food science background.
• Candidates will have a minimum of 5 years food industry experience in quality assurance and/or research & development with a wide range of food products.
• Candidate must have a working knowledge of food regulations (USDA and FDA), HACCP, Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), and current microbiological methods.
• Research experience in applied food microbiology, food processing and food safety including microbial challenge, process validation, and antimicrobial efficacy studies. Experience in thermal processing of foods is highly desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; Demonstrated expertise in food safety, applied food microbiology, and technical writing (i.e. peer reviewed publications).
• Strong organizational, leadership, and customer service skills.
• Experience in writing contract research proposals/grants is preferred.

Scientists who wish to apply should submit the following materials via postal or electronic mail: o Cover letter stating the applicant`s interest in the position and ability to meet qualifications listed above o Complete Curriculum Vitae o List of 3 references and corresponding contact information.
Please contact Ms. Dianne Rowe(dianner@abcr.com) or (352) 372-0436
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