Quality Lab Analyst

About Pivot Bio: Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops.  We are dedicated to providing new sustainable ways for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour.

Position:  Quality Lab Analyst

Location:  St Louis, MO

We are looking for someone who wants to help build the future of quality testing within Pivot Bio. The Pivot bio Quality Lab is looking for an individual to become a critical member of our St. Louis team. The quality lab will be testing our nitrogen products to ensure they meet the set specifications. This position will perform real time testing and help with improving and optimizing Pivot Bio’s testing procedures. This individual will also be able to work on teams with our Product Development and Research and Development teams to implement state of the art techniques and laboratory processes. The data generated in this laboratory will assist with providing the highest quality of product to our customers. Providing high quality product testing will reinforce Pivot’s customer’s confidence in our products.

  Responsibilities: 

• Perform quality assurance and quality control testing for microbial products which includes viability assays, pH measurements, microscopy, colony PCR, etc.
• Deliver time-sensitive quality projects on time with required standards and documentations.
• Use aseptic techniques to sample microbial products with serological pipettes, run plate-based serial dilution, plate diluted microbial products with spread or spot plating techniques.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques a plus.
• Record data and run Excel based calculation with accuracy and consistency. Generate reports as needed.
• Receive, record, and track inbound samples /material and ship outbound samples for quality testing purposes.
• Support all general lab operations necessary to keep the lab running safely and effectively, including waste removal, hazardous waste disposal, safety policies, equipment maintenance, stocking of laboratory supplies, etc.

Qualifications and Experience 

• Minimum of BS degree or equivalent, preferably in Microbiology or a related field required.
• Minimum 1-3 years lab experience in Microbiology required and molecular biology preferred.
• High level of multi-channel pipetting and plate-based assay skills required. 
• Experience with routine microbial characterization desired. 
• Experience with product QA and QC desired.
• Ability to follow SOPs, good organization skills with attention to details.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

*Must be authorized to work in the United States 

What we offer: 

• Competitive package in a disruptive startup
• Stock options
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums
• Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies
• Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts
• 401(k) plan, 3% Match
• Commuter benefits
• Annual Training & Development support
• Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule
• Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team