Associate Microbiologist/ Lab Technician

At Revlon, we create beauty innovations for everyone that inspire confidence and ignite joy every day.

Breaking beauty boundaries is in our company’s DNA. Since its game-changing launch of the first opaque nail enamel in 1932 (and later, the first long-wear foundation), Revlon has provided consumers with high-quality product innovation, performance, and sophisticated glamour. Elizabeth Arden made waves as a woman-led beauty company in the 1920s. In 1931, Almay became the original hypoallergenic, fragrance-free beauty brand.

Today, Revlon resiliently continues its legacy as a leading global beauty company. Our diverse portfolio—which consists of some of the world’s most iconic brands and product offerings in color cosmetics, skincare, hair color & care, personal care, and fragrances—is sold around the world through prestige, professional, mass, and direct-to-consumer retail channels. These brands include Revlon, Revlon Professional, Elizabeth Arden, Almay, American Crew, CND, Cutex, Mitchum, Sinful Colors, Creme of Nature, Christina Aguilera, John Varvatos, Juicy Couture, Ed Hardy and more.

We honor our heritage, embrace change, and applaud diversity. We champion our employees and celebrate our consumers.

We are Revlon, together, transforming beauty.

This role is an Onsite Role: This role requires full-time presence at our Kenilworth, New Jersey office.

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to execute all essential duties efficiently and meet the educational and experience requirements to maintain quality standards and timely delivery of results.

The qualified candidate will support daily operation within the microbiology laboratory performing routine and project-specific testing while ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Microbial Testing & Support

• Microbial Content testing of cosmetics and OTC’s: from Raw materials, Finished goods through In-vivo testing.
• Support with Suitability Testing preparation and process,
• Preservative Efficacy Testing (PET), suitability testing assistance
• Assist with Growth promotion Testing.
• Conduct routine Water testing and environmental monitoring of lab and pilot plant
• Microbial identification and maintenance, plate count and subculture.
• Preparation of microbiological media and reagents including broths, slants, and agar plates. Sterile Saline tubes/jars, polysorbate, KCl.
• Sterilization and autoclaving of microbiological (waste, glassware, stirrers.)
• Cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment (e.g., water baths, fume hood, BSC hood)
• Transporting glassware for washing and assisting in cleaning laboratory areas (benches, etc.)
• Assisting with inoculations and plate reading
• Accurate and timely recording of data in laboratory notebooks
• Peer review of data for accuracy, integrity, and protocol compliance
• Practice of aseptic technique during microbiological procedures
• Follow SOPs and schedules consistently, with exceptional organization and cleanliness in the lab.
• Diligently prevent cross-contamination of BS level 1-2 organisms
• Restock and transport laboratory supplies from the consumable’s rooms to the MCT/PET/Media laboratory rooms.
• Drafting instructions for equipment and work

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• A B.S. in Microbiology or a related field is preferred but not required — training will be provided for qualified candidates.
• Experience in a cGMP/GLP environment, aseptic technique is considered a plus.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Business ethics and compliance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and procedural compliance
• Initiative and strong problem-solving/analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple repetitive tasks weekly.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with team members

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• On-site role 7 hour day, this position requires the ability to walk, sit, and stand; able to handle and sanitize waste; using thermal gloves for autoclaved items.
• Reach with hands and arms at or above shoulder height and below waist height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel. Specific vision requirements include reading bacterial colonies on Quebec counter, microscope slides, written documents, and visual inspection of materials.

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Revlon is unable to sponsor or transfer employment visas for this role; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa support.

The base pay range for this position is $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 / year; however base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and geographic location. Certain positions may also be eligible for short-term incentives as part of total compensation.

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits. Employees are covered by the company-paid basic life insurance policy and company-paid short-term disability insurance (the benefit commences upon hire and allows for a portion of base salary for up to 26 weeks if you are disabled). Other benefits offered to employees include but are not limited to the following: long-term disability, supplemental life insurances, flexible spending accounts, critical illness insurance, group legal, identity theft protection, etc. Employees are also able to enroll in our 401k Retirement Savings Plan.

Employees will also receive 3 weeks of vacation, pro-rated based on date of hire for the 1st year of employment and twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Vacation will depend on role.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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