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... Environmental Microbiology. These positions provide laboratory and field support for research conducted in the Bull Lab. We are a diverse lab team dynamic using a wide variety of microbiology ...

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Part-time research assistant positions (spring, summer, and fall) are available in the Esker Lab, Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology. These roles ...

The Microbiology Analyst I will be responsible for supporting the Microbiology Department with data ... Performing environmental monitoring, including Viable Surface, Viable Air, and Particulate Testing

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How much do environmental microbiology jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental microbiology in the United States is $30.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $40.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What field of microbiology pays the most?

Within microbiology, environmental microbiologists often earn competitive salaries, especially those working in industrial or governmental sectors. However, microbiologists specializing in clinical or medical research tend to have higher earning potential due to advanced skills and certifications. Salaries vary based on experience, location, and industry, with roles in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals generally offering higher pay.

What is the highest paid environmental job?

Environmental microbiologists in senior or specialized roles, such as environmental consultants or research directors, tend to have the highest salaries in the field. These positions often require advanced degrees, certifications, and expertise in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and environmental regulations.

What types of projects or research might an Environmental Microbiologist work on in a typical position?

Environmental Microbiologists often engage in projects ranging from monitoring water and soil quality to studying microbial interactions impacting public health or ecosystem balance. Daily tasks can include designing experiments, collecting field samples, performing laboratory analyses, and interpreting data to help inform environmental policy or remediation strategies. This role may collaborate with environmental engineers, public health officials, or regulatory agencies to address issues such as pollution, waste treatment, or resource management. Such diverse project involvement not only keeps the work dynamic but also provides valuable experience for career advancement into specialized research, management, or consulting roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Environmental Microbiology position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Environmental Microbiology, a solid background in microbiology, environmental science, and laboratory techniques is typically required, often supported by at least a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with analytical tools such as PCR, spectrophotometers, and environmental sampling equipment, as well as certifications like OSHA safety training, is highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills distinguish top candidates in this area. These skills and qualities are crucial for accurate data collection, interpreting results, and collaborating with scientists or regulatory agencies to address environmental health concerns.

What are the roles of environmental microbiology?

Environmental microbiologists study microorganisms in natural environments to understand their roles in processes like nutrient cycling, pollution degradation, and ecosystem health. They develop methods to monitor, manage, and remediate environmental issues, often using laboratory techniques and field sampling. Their work supports environmental protection, public health, and sustainable resource management.

What is an Environmental Microbiology job?

An Environmental Microbiology job involves studying microorganisms in natural and artificial environments to understand their roles in ecosystems, bioremediation, water quality, and public health. Professionals in this field analyze how microbes interact with pollutants, contribute to nutrient cycles, and impact human and environmental health. They may work in research institutions, government agencies, or industry, focusing on areas such as wastewater treatment, soil health, or pathogen detection. The job often requires laboratory research, fieldwork, and data analysis to develop solutions for environmental and industrial challenges.

What does an environmental Microbiologist do?

An environmental microbiologist studies microorganisms in natural environments to understand their roles in ecosystems, pollution, and public health. They often analyze soil, water, and air samples using laboratory techniques and may work with environmental regulations and safety protocols.
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Infographic showing various Environmental Microbiology job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,155 per year, or $30.4 per hour.
Laboratory Technician (Environmental Microbiology and Chemistry) | Hazardous Material Assessment ...

Laboratory Technician (Environmental Microbiology and Chemistry) | Hazardous Material Assessment ...

ProSidian Consulting

Asheville, NC

$18 - $23.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Company Description

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices.  ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Talent Management.  We help forward thinking clients solve problems and improve operations. 

Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals nationally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes.  Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value. 
ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies.  Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at www.ProSidian.com.

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Laboratory Technician (Environmental Microbiology and Chemistry) | Hazardous Material Assessment [VA0008013] Engagement Team | Engineer / Scientist III Labor Category - STD Level Exempt Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: 541620 located Western North Carolina (Western North Carolina VA Health Care System). The VA's client environment focuses on delivering comprehensive healthcare services to eligible veterans across multiple facilities, including hospitals and outpatient clinics. It emphasizes regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local standards, ensuring safety and quality in operations. The VA is committed to meeting the unique needs of veterans, providing tailored services for both physical and mental health concerns. Continuous improvement through evidence-based practices and adherence to best practices in health and safety is central to its mission, shaping how contractors and service providers engage with the organization to address specific environmental and operational challenges.

Seeking Laboratory Technician (Environmental Microbiology and Chemistry) candidates with relevant DOD/Military Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for DOD/Military Sector Clients such as VA.  This as a Contract Contingent or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Position and ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Industrial Hygiene Services (Laboratory Technician (Environmental Microbiology and Chemistry)) in the DOD/Military Industry Sector focusing on Human Capital Solutions for clients such as Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) | Western North Carolina VA Health Care System (WNCVAHCS) Located In Western North Carolina (Western North Carolina VA Health Care System) and across the Mid Atlantic Region.

Designated Locations:

  • Charles George Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (1100 Tunnel Road Asheville, NC 28805-2087) 
  • Franklin VA Clinic (647 Wayah Street Franklin, NC 28734-3390)
  • Hickory VA Clinic (2440 Century Place Southeast Hickory, NC 28602-4031)
  • Master Sergeant Jerry K. Crump VA Clinic 2270 (College Avenue, Suite 145 Forest City, NC 28043-2459)

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Laboratory Technician (Environmental Microbiology and Chemistry) | Hazardous Material Assessment [VA0008013]

  • Conduct laboratory analysis for air quality, microbiological, toxicological, and chemical testing.
Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Laboratory Technician (Environmental Microbiology and Chemistry) | Hazardous Material Assessment [VA0008013] (VA0008013) Candidates:

  • Lab accreditation via AIHA's EMLAP.

Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

  • Relevant degree in microbiology or chemistry, lab accreditation.

Skills Required

  • Sample processing, analysis techniques, data recording.

Competencies Required

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program). 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)

Ancillary Details Of The Roles

  • Maintains lab equipment.
  • Ensures chain-of-custody procedures.

Other Details

Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct.  The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

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Additional Information

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
  • Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
  • Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
  • Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
  • Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
  • Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
  • Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
  • Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
  • Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
  • Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
  • Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
  • Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
  • Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our team members receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes Competitive Compensation, Group Health Insurance Health Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Contributions, Vacation and Paid Time off (PTO) Benefits, Pre-Tax Payment Programs, Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans, a ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program, Performance Incentives, etc.  Our comprehensive benefits package includes a medical, dental and vision plan.  Our growing list of benefits currently include the following:

  • Competitive Compensation:  Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives
  • Group Health Insurance Health Benefits:  Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance: Contributions are deducted from pay on a Pretax basis - Employee and family coverage is available with employer contribution of 50% of Employee (only) premiums under the Health and Vision Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield NC (Blue Options Medical Plan Code: PB07840 / Metallic Level: Gold - - bcbsnc.com) and Dental Plan (Ameritas - www.ameritas.com).
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement.  Eligible employees can make before-tax contributions to the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you save for retirement.  Contributions are deducted from pay on a pretax basis.  A wide range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner available to assist you. The Plan is a Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.  ProSidian Consulting participates in a Basic Match with a % of pay for participants who defer at least a required minimum % of their pay.  The Basic Match is structured as follows:  100% of the first 3% of pay that is contributed; and 50% of the next 2% of pay that is contributed.
  • Vacation And Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits:  The flexibility of Paid Time Off (PTO) lets you set your own priorities. Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a parent-teacher conference, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life.  Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks | Holidays - 10 Federal Government.
  • Pre-Tax Payment Programs:  Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP).  These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
  • Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans:  We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program - Helping You Do More With Less:  https://ProSidian.CorporatePerks.com.  This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
  • Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes; oftentimes there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace.  A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials based on past, present, and future work.
  • Leverageable Experience and Thought Leadership:  By collaborating with firm leadership, other members of the team, as well as Fellows and collaborating partners in what is a flat organization, you'll make valuable professional connections, interact with clients daily, gain leverageable Experience, and contribute to Thought Leadership while you build a basket of marketable experiences.
  • ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program:  ProSidian Consulting will pay up to $5k for all referrals (payments made after new hire has been employed for 90 days) for candidates submitted through our Employee Referral Program.
  • Performance Incentives:  Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
  • Flexible Spending Account:  Pending

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply

  • ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the "I Hire Military" Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina.  All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.
  • Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL" - be successful while doing things with the right way.  The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work.  FOR EASY APPLICATION USE OUR CAREER SITE LOCATED ON http://www.ProSidian.com/ OR SEND YOUR RESUME'S, BIOS, AND SALARY EXPECTATION / RATES TO CAREERS @ PROSIDIAN.COM.  ONLY CANDIDATES WITH REQUIRED CRITERIA ARE CONSIDERED. Be sure to place the job reference code in the subject line of your email.  Be sure to include your name, address, telephone number, total compensation package, employment history, and educational credentials.

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ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ProSidianfor more information.

Industry

Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2004

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