Entry Level Microbiology Technician Jobs
New grad microbiology technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on lab coursework can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Medical Devices, and Technology & Software, with employers like Eurofins, CoxHealth, and ACL Digital hiring at this level now.
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CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:
1070 Laboratory SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:
20Hours:
3 pm - 11:30 PMWork Shift:
Evening Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Laboratory Bench Technicians perform limited testing on blood and body fluids to determine the presence or absence of disease, monitor response to treatment and aid in health maintenance (under supervision of Medical Technologists/Medical Laboratory Technicians). Responsible to perform testing which may require review by MT/MLS/MLT before verification. Processing and accessioning of specimens as assigned.
Education:
- Required: Bachelor's degree
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in an applied sciences related field
Experience:
- Preferred: 1 Year experience in a laboratory or in medical training
Skills:
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with different levels of management. Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication
- Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Required: None
Facility:
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:
1070 Laboratory SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:
20Hours:
3 pm - 11:30 PMWork Shift:
Evening Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Laboratory Bench Technicians perform limited testing on blood and body fluids to determine the presence or absence of disease, monitor response to treatment and aid in health maintenance (under supervision of Medical Technologists/Medical Laboratory Technicians). Responsible to perform testing which may require review by MT/MLS/MLT before verification. Processing and accessioning of specimens as assigned.
Education:
- Required: Bachelor's degree
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in an applied sciences related field
Experience:
- Preferred: 1 Year experience in a laboratory or in medical training
Skills:
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with different levels of management. Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication
- Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Required: None
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Entry Level Microbiology Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level microbiology technician job?
Employers hiring at this level look for hands-on lab skills, even if gained through coursework, internships, or volunteer research. Familiarity with aseptic technique, culture media preparation, and basic microscopy gives candidates an edge. A degree in microbiology, biology, or a related life science is the standard baseline. Highlighting any relevant lab rotations or capstone projects on your resume helps you stand out against other entry level applicants.
Which companies hire entry level microbiology technicians?
Companies hiring entry level microbiology technicians right now include Eurofins, CoxHealth, and ACL Digital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pharmaceutical manufacturers, clinical laboratories, food safety companies, and biotech firms are among the most active employers at this experience level.
Are there remote entry level microbiology technician jobs?
Yes, though most microbiology technician roles require physical lab access. About 0% of entry level microbiology technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve data entry, quality documentation, or regulatory reporting rather than bench work. Fully remote opportunities are more common in quality assurance and compliance than in hands-on laboratory settings.
Are these new grad microbiology technician jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior microbiology technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward that requirement, or explicitly accepts a strong academic background in place of professional history. Searching for openings that list a bachelor's degree and no minimum years of experience is a reliable filter for new grad positions.
Which industries hire the most entry level microbiology technicians?
Entry Level microbiology technician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Medical Devices, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because they rely on high-volume testing, quality control, and regulatory compliance work that suits candidates who are building foundational lab skills.