Job Description: To succeed in this position, the following are important: Required Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Biomedicine, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Agronomy, or related fields; * Prior experience working in a microbial laboratory within a biological pesticide manufacturing facility; * Knowledge of microbiological and physicochemical analytical techniques; familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and quality standards (e.g., ISO 17025, GMP); * Intermediate English proficiency; * Willingness to reside in Uberaba/MG. Desired Qualifications: * Postgraduate degree in microbiological processes or related fields; * Knowledge of industrial production processes for bioinputs; * Familiarity with analytical techniques such as chromatography and molecular biology methods, including DNA/RNA identification via qPCR or dPCR. In this role, you will be responsible for: * Conducting tests and analyses on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished products according to established methods, focusing on quality control and compliance with technical specifications. * Performing microbiological and physicochemical analyses of biological pesticides using appropriate laboratory techniques and equipment—including spectrophotometers, chromatographs, microscopes, among others. * Preparing and updating detailed technical reports on analysis results, including data interpretation and identification of potential non-conformities. * Carrying out pre-inoculum production processes. * Conducting tests and studies on new products or formulations when requested. * Collaborating with the production team by providing feedback on batch quality and proposing corrective actions when necessary. * Ensuring all laboratory procedures comply with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and safety regulations, and that personal protective equipment (PPE) is used correctly. * Maintaining records of all analyses and laboratory activities as required by internal policies and external regulations. * Participating in the validation and calibration of new laboratory methods and equipment, consistently pursuing continuous process improvement. * Monitoring and controlling the quality of laboratory inputs and reagents, requesting replenishments and managing inventory efficiently. * Monitoring laboratory equipment and instruments’ performance, ensuring preventive maintenance and necessary adjustments. * Contributing to the implementation and maintenance of quality and safety management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 17025, GMP), aiming for continuous improvement of laboratory processes. * Ensuring cleanliness and preservation of equipment. * Complying with occupational safety requirements, promoting accident prevention initiatives and ensuring proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) by staff. * Performing routine and non-routine analyses (physicochemical, physical, stability, and microbiological) on finished products, intermediates, raw materials, and packaging materials. * Supporting execution and management of the equipment verification and/or calibration plan per approved documentation. * Accurately recording analytical data in company forms and systems. * Ensuring proper preparation and dispatch of samples for external analyses per procedure. * Preparing analytical reports per procedure. * Organizing and cleaning the laboratory, being responsible for equipment conservation and maintenance, and committing to the quality and reliability of performed tests. * Managing retention (counter) samples per procedure and leadership guidance. * Ensuring compliance with laboratory waste management procedures. * Supporting the Supervisor and other Laboratory Analysts to guarantee laboratory infrastructure (materials, lab technicians, equipment, and tools), site requirements, and planned demand. * Inspecting products on the factory floor as needed, completing the corresponding checklist to ensure product quality; * Conducting quality inspections and audits in operational areas as needed to support product and process quality assurance. * Preparing charts, reports, and analyses of laboratory data as needed. * Self-managing activity priorities during shift in coordination with stakeholders to avoid negative impacts on laboratory operations. * Communicating effectively with leadership and internal customers (production, logistics, etc.). * Contributing to and supporting initiatives aimed at improving procedures, processes, and work tools. * Ensuring compliance of all activities related to Product Quality and company policies. * Recording and reporting deviations and non-conformities, collaborating in their investigation and resolution. 2511300202181341068