Lab Technician - Microbiology
ESTÉE LAUDER COMPANIES
Farmingdale, NY
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world's leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company's products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.
Description Performs microbiological procedures on cosmetic raw materials, bulk and finished goods to ensure compliance with company, industry, and government guidelines/regulations. Work performed in EL R&D Microbiology lab requires contact with Biosafety level 2 organisms which have been associated with human disease and hazard. Because of this risk, the daily responsibilities require uninterrupted focus by the technician to the task at hand due to the potential impact to the technician, product and potentially the consumer.
Responsibilities: Support scientists in the execution of microbiological studies, including sample preparation, plating, dilution, and microbial enumeration.
Prepare equipment, glassware, and supplies in advance of experimental work to optimize scientist productivity.
Makes media and prepares and labels test tubes and petri dishes for testing
-Performs challenge tests to determine preservation effectiveness in research, pilot and production samples.
-Performs microbiological tests on raw materials, bulk, and finished goods to determine microbiological content and composition.
-Assist in setting up and executing experiments and ensure readiness of materials and equipment.
-Support environmental monitoring and routine lab maintenance activities as requiredAccurately document test results, observations, and deviations in laboratory systems and notebooks in accordance with data integrity standard
Work closely with scientists to understand experimental needs, timelines, and priorities.
Proactively anticipate laboratory needs to minimize delays in project execution.
Follow all SOPs, GMP guidelines, and safety requirements in execution of laboratory activities
-Reviews test results with immediate supervisor and maintain files and records.
-Manage laboratory inventory, including monitoring stock levels of media, reagents, consumables, and critical supplies.
-Ensure proper labeling, storage, and traceability of materials in compliance with SOPs and data integrity requirements.
-Support periodic inventory checks, reconciliation, and audit readiness activities as required.Assists immediate supervisor in other functions and duties as assigned.
Qualifications 0-2 years of lab experience
-Minimum Associate's Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry or Biology
-Must be able to work in a high volume/fast paced laboratory with agility for change.
-Knowledge of Windows based computer programs.
-Strong technical and interpersonal skills
-Good communication skills
-Works well both independently and part of a team
-Excellent time management skills
Pay Range: The anticipated hourly range for this position is $50,000.00 to $60,000.00. Exact hourly rate depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Hourly range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to hourly rate, this position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer: It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact [email protected]
Michigan Applicants: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
Philadelphia Applicants: Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law
Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.
Posted 2026-08-18
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