Research & Engineering Project Leader: Microbiology

• This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.
• Project Leaders are expected to put in a minimum of 8 hours per week and be responsive to emails within 36 hours.
• STW(tm) welcomes volunteers who are seeking skill-based volunteering opportunities. STW(tm) shall provide a "letter of recommendation" to professionals who demonstrate outstanding contributions for professional references.

SUMMARY:

This role is required to work with leadership in preparing the accreditation for the microbiology laboratory. A Project Leader should be able to maintain quality, safety, and control standards.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage laboratory accreditations and licensing requirements.

• Work with the National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (NELAP) to get our Lab accreditation.

• Connect with Internal/External stakeholders on matters related to the accreditation.

• Maintain all required records for operations, licensing, and accreditations.

• Develop and ensure compliance with company policies, standard operating procedures, and test methods.

• Lead a team to get the job done efficiently and effectively.

• Attend weekly/monthly meetings as per schedule.

EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously.

• Bachelor’s degree completed or equivalent work experience (at least 3 years or more full-time paid corporate/non-profit work experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in biology.

• Technical competence in analytical chemistry and/or microbiology.

• Experience in Laboratory management.

• Microbiological experience is required.

• Good analytical skills and willingness to learn.

• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Focused attention to detail and critical thinking.

HOW TO APPLY:

If interested, please submit your resume to newvolunteers@savethewater.org. We would love to hear from you!