Microbiologist, Laboratory Assistant
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LLC "G. Nataze's Institute of Sanitation, Hygiene and Medical Ecology" announces a vacancy for a Microbiologist position in the Testing Laboratory's Microbiology Department.
Main responsibilities:
Using methods established by the laboratory's accreditation scope, collect and conduct microbiological research on test samples (water, soil, air, food, wastewater, and other) within the testing area; Assist in implementing the laboratory's quality management system in accordance with ISO 17025 in the department; Study, implement, and validate new methods relevant to the laboratory; Develop/write standard operating procedures, instructions, and other necessary documentation; Ensure inter-laboratory and professional testing; Monitor laboratory consumable materials according to the relevant procedure; Maintain confidentiality of test results and adhere to the institute's internal regulations; Collect samples in accordance with established normative acts; Systematically improve qualifications within their competence; Inform the department head in case of non-compliance.
Qualification requirements:
Relevant higher academic education - Doctor or Master (Microbiology or Biology); Practical experience of at least 2 years as a microbiologist in a testing laboratory (in the field of food or environmental object research); Experience in accreditation according to ISO 17025 is considered an advantage; Knowledge of a foreign language - English and/or other; Knowledge of office computer programs.
Submission of a motivational letter, recommendations, and CV to is mandatory.
Please indicate the relevant position "Microbiologist" in the subject field; otherwise, the application will not be considered.
Applications will be accepted until November 20, 2026.
Only selected candidates will be invited for an interview.
After a successful interview, if the candidate is hired for a 3-month probationary period, the temporary salary will be determined by mutual agreement (1500 GEL).
If the probationary period is successfully completed and the employee is hired into the institute's permanent staff, they will be assigned a fixed, higher salary rate compared to the one during the probationary period.
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LLC "G. Natachze's Institute of Sanitation, Hygiene and Medical Ecology" announces a vacancy for the position of Laboratory Assistant in the Microbiology Department of the Testing Laboratory.
Main responsibilities:
Within the scope of his/her competence, participate in the implementation of the laboratory's quality management system; Take into account existing control plans and instructions; Check the correctness of sampling and presentation of incoming samples; Prepare samples for sowing; Prepare nutrient media; Prepare disinfectant solutions; Sterilize utensils and nutrient media; Carry out material disinfection; Monitor the temperature regimes of the thermostat and sterilization equipment; Record environmental conditions in the relevant forms and transfer them to the head of the department after the end of each month; Collect samples in accordance with established normative acts; Systematically improve qualifications within the scope of his/her competence; In case of non-compliance, inform the head of the department; Carry out disinfection of departmental equipment and work surfaces and keep relevant records; Comply with internal control procedures and, within the scope of his/her competence, participate in controlling the sterility of laboratory utensils, filtration apparatus, filters, media, and distilled water, and keeping relevant records; Within the scope of his/her competence, participate in inter-laboratory and professional testing.
Qualification requirements:
Relevant higher academic education - Bachelor's or Master's degree (microbiology, food technology, or biology preferred); At least 2 years of work experience as a laboratory assistant in a testing laboratory (in the field of food or environmental object research) is desirable; Experience in accreditation according to the ISO 17025 standard will be considered an advantage; Knowledge of a foreign language - English and/or other - is desirable; Knowledge of office computer programs.
Submission of a motivational letter, recommendations, and CV to is mandatory.
Applications will be accepted until November 20, 2026.
Please indicate the relevant position title - "Laboratory Assistant of the Microbiology Department" in the subject field; otherwise, the application will not be considered.
Only selected candidates will be invited for an interview.
After a successful interview, in case of hiring a candidate for a 3-month probationary period, the amount of temporary salary will be determined by mutual agreement (1000 GEL).
Upon successful completion of the probationary period and subsequent permanent employment with the institute, the employee will be assigned a fixed, higher salary rate compared to the one determined during the probationary period.