Microbiologist

Type:
Casual, Full Time, Contract 
Salary:
$45-50/hr (incl. casual loading)
Published:
March 5th, 2026
Location:
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Reference:
BH-330369
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About the company/role:
  • Food testing laboratory
  • Seeking an experienced Microbiologist to join the team
  • Based close to Melbourne CBD
  • 12-month casual contract
  • Full-time hours, Monday-Friday

Duties/responsibilities:
  • Routine analysis of food and water samples using aseptic microbiological techniques
  • Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment
  • Media preparation
  • Report writing and date entry
  • General laboratory housekeeping

Skills/responsibilities:
  • Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, or similar discipline
  • Proven experience as a microbiologist, ideally within a NATA-accredited laboratory
  • Must have prior experience in the microbial analysis of food and water related samples
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • High attention to detail

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If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  
Or, if you have any questions, please contact Linda on 03 9040 1630.

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