Microbiology Media Prep Technician

About the role

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing is hiring a Microbiology Media Prep Technician in Toronto. The position covers all activities related to the preparation of media and reagents, in a laboratory environment where standing is required for more than half the time at the bench, with light lifting of up to 20 kg. Shifts are Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday after training, and overtime may be required.

Key responsibilities

• Follow Quality System documents such as the Quality Manual, SOPs and methods, and meet GMP, regulatory and company requirements
• Maintain accurate daily records for quality control and regulatory purposes
• Calibrate balances, purified water systems and pH meters daily, and test the purified water system weekly
• Prepare and document media, manage inventory of media and reagent components and discard expired items
• Perform quality control of all media used at the site and clean and decontaminate labware
• Autoclave glassware and tools, dispose of garbage and laboratory retention samples, and carry out other assigned duties

Required profile

• General microbiology techniques, including microbial limits tests, growth promotion tests and water and environmental monitoring tests (including sample collection)
• Competent technical laboratory skills not requiring constant direct supervision
• Familiarity with instrumentation handling, sample preparation and data/report generation
• Ability to learn new techniques, work independently and keep accurate records
• Clear verbal and written communication skills

Required skills

• Proficiency with MS Office
• Working knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• GMP documentation
• BSL 2 laboratory handling of bacterial cultures
• Weighing, pipetting, streaking, pour plating and other standard microbiology techniques

What we offer

• Full-time benefits including health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with a 3% company match, paid holidays and paid time off
• Relocation to Mississauga, ON is expected in mid-2026