Find High Paying Microbiologist Jobs

Are you searching for Microbiologist jobs that pay over $100K a year? At Ladders, we offer a vast array of top-tier Microbiologist positions across the nation. Advance your career by browsing through our selection of Microbiologist roles and find your perfect fit today.

What is a Microbiologist?

A Microbiologist is a scientist who studies microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites. They use their knowledge to develop solutions to health and industrial challenges.

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$95K - $115K *

Drive microbiological research and laboratory operations, overseeing a skilled team. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality assurance while managing contracts and fostering collaboratio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead innovative microbiological research initiatives, directing multi-phase studies and evaluating projects to enhance public health outcomes. Collaborate with teams to develop methodologies and repre...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze and interpret complex microbiological tests vital for public health initiatives, contributing to disease control and environmental safety under expert supervision...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $118K *

Join a vital Public Health Lab team conducting comprehensive microbiological testing. Support essential health programs with your expertise in bacteriology, virology, and immunology. Your work will di...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's advancing microbiological solutions by designing and executing innovative research projects. Collaborate across functions to meet customer needs while ensuring high-quality results...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate progress at the forefront of microbiological research, focusing on poxvirus studies, diagnostic assay development, and advanced laboratory techniques. Collaborate in BSL-2 and BSL-3 environmen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to advanced microbial research, focusing on in-vitro studies, diagnostics, and virology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in BSL-2/3 settings to enhance vaccine efficacy an...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading a microbiology lab, ensuring quality and compliance while driving operational excellence. Provide technical and strategic direction to enhance testing services for the f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $154K *

Champion innovative research in microbiology and NGS to advance infectious disease solutions. Collaborate with scientists, ensuring accurate data and supporting biodefense initiatives through hands-on...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate scientific leadership in medical device reprocessing and microbiology. Collaborate as a subject matter expert, supporting method development and regulatory communication to drive continuous im...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality control excellence by leading microbiology investigations, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards, and optimizing contamination control strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a microbiology method expert, overseeing investigations and compliance in cGMP operations while enhancing contamination control strategies and training cross-functional teams fo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $331K *

Drive strategic microbiology capabilities to support clinical development of small molecules, biologics, and vaccines. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring compliance and innovation in testing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing expert guidance in molecular and microbiology quality assurance for national security programs. Your leadership in audits, training, and quality management ensures compli...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative microbial assays and engage collaboratively with cross-functional teams. This hands-on role empowers you to influence research strategies at a pioneering biot...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in Quality Control Microbiology for sterile manufacturing, ensuring product safety and compliance while leading lab operations, testing programs, and contamination control strategies...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in microbiological testing, leading operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with experts and drive quality management init...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $105K *

Oversee microbiology laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards while leading a team focused on operational excellence, client satisfaction, and technological advancement in tes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $138K *

Join a team that's committed to advancing medical technology by providing expert microbiology support for product development, ensuring quality, compliance, and patient safety through innovative strat...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $145K *

Provide comprehensive laboratory testing and instrument maintenance, ensuring accuracy and quality control in all laboratory processes while interpreting results and collaborating closely with healthc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $110K *

Join our team to enhance QC microbiology operations, leading initiatives to improve laboratory testing methods and compliance while serving as a key technical resource and driving operational excellen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $154K *

Transform the future of product development by leading and executing innovative research projects, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to design experiments and analyze data, while mentoring ot...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Join our Quality Control team to perform essential microbiological analyses, ensuring compliance and data integrity to facilitate the manufacturing of life-changing medicines. Contribute to a culture...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $181K *

Drive infectious-disease research by conducting advanced genomic analyses, pathogen detection, and surveillance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop protocols and support epidemic prep...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovation by leading fermentation processes and enhancing team expertise through technical standards and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring reliable production and operational exce...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the average salary of Microbiologist jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    The average salary of Microbiologist jobs on Ladders is $100K, with opportunities that offer even higher pay.

  • What special skills does a Microbiologist need?question toggle

    Microbiologists need to be highly detail-oriented, proficient in laboratory skills, have strong analytical capabilities, good communication skills, and have a solid understanding of scientific methods and rules.

  • What are the education requirements for a Microbiologist?question toggle

    An undergraduate degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology or a related field is required for entry-level positions. However, many Microbiologist positions require a Master's degree or Ph.D. in microbiology or a related field.