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Infographic showing various International Microbiology job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,656 per year, or $45 per hour.

Microbiology Analyst

Owensboro, KY • On-site

Philip Morris International
10K+ employees

$80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Microbiology Analyst - Owensboro KY
Be a part of a revolutionary change!
At Philip Morris International (PMI), we've chosen to do something incredible. We're totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose - to deliver a smoke-free future.
With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you'll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.
This position sits with our Swedish Match affiliate.
Your 'day to day'
    • Perform standard microbiology work such as isolating microorganisms, culturing samples, staining, and using aseptic techniques. Use both traditional methods and automated microbiology equipment.
    • Keep the Microbiology Lab clean, organized, and well-maintained.
    • Maintain accurate and complete records for all assigned projects.
    • Conduct both routine and non-routine microbiological tests.
    • Provide microbiology support to teams across the organization, including Production, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs, and Leaf Operations.
    • Complete special projects as assigned by the Owensboro Analytical Science (OAS) Assistant Manager.
    • Perform OAS analytical methods and assist the OAS Analytical team when needed.
    • Handle equipment sterilization, culture media preparation, and autoclave operation/maintenance.
    • Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for validated methods and help develop new microbiology techniques and procedures.
    • Support Senior Analytical Chemists, Analytical Chemists, Senior Chemical Analysts, Chemical Analysts, and Laboratory Technicians as needed.

Who we're looking for:
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific field such as Microbiology or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Experience
  • Strong working knowledge of standard microbiology techniques.
  • Experienced in validating microbiological methods.

Skills
  • Skilled in microbiology and familiar with ISO 17025 procedures and compliance.
  • Able to troubleshoot microbiology instruments and work with laboratory automation.
  • Customer-focused, goal-oriented, and motivated to support OAS goals and objectives.
  • Strong understanding of microbiology, including lab procedures, automation, computer tools, project management, and manufacturing processes.
  • Knowledgeable in microbiology lab safety practices and methodologies.

Annual Base Salary Range: $ 64,000 - $80,000
Relevant Open Sourcing Considerations: INTERNAL POSTING ONLY
  • Be legally authorized to work in the US
  • International relocation support is not available for this job
  • If you have been in your current job for less than 12 months or if you are on a Performance Improvement Program, you must get the approval of your current manager before applying for the job
  • If you are not a PMI employee and employed by a third an agency, please make a formal application via the external career site at https://join.pmicareers.com/
  • To find out more about eligibility to apply for internal jobs, please refer to the Open Sourcing Employee Guidebook on the Internal Careers Portal

What's 'nice to have'
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (required)
What we offer
  • We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, and much more!
  • Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
  • Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone's contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world's best people and feel like you belong.
  • Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
  • Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 2,300 employees.
PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI's affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company's acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022.Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match - a leader in oral nicotine delivery - creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI's IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match's General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com.
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