Microbiologist II - Full-time

Microbiologist II

Req number:

R2390

Employment type:

Full time

Worksite flexibility:

Onsite

Job Summary

We are looking for a Microbiologist II who is responsible for coordinating and performing the full range of microbiological examinations and analyses including culture, biochemical tests, PCR, and WGS of clinical specimens for isolation and identification of bacteria and yeast . This position will be full-time and onsite. 

Job Description

We are looking for a Microbiologist II who is responsible for coordinating and performing the full range of microbiological examinations and analyses including culture, biochemical tests, PCR, and WGS of clinical specimens for isolation and identification of bacteria and yeast . This position will be full-time and onsite. 

What You’ll Do

•  Monday thru Friday, days, between 8:15am and 4:45pm, 1 hour lunch (can be flexible w/schedule with possibility of a 30 min. lunch)

• Conducting examinations of samples and/or reference samples for analyses such as but not limited to, molecular detection or isolation and identification of microorganisms or their nucleic acids

• Strictly follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results

• Extraction of nucleic acids from specimens, isolates, and samples via a variety of manual and automated methods

• Utilize molecular techniques such as, but not limited to, PCR, sequencing, MALDI-TOF, and WGS

• Evaluate, interpret, and validate laboratory results and reports findings

• Maintain laboratory record system of submitted samples and specimens and their possible referral

What You'll Need

Required:

• Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories and practices of microbiology and related sub- specialties

• Specialized knowledge of current scientific methods and testing procedures and the ability to apply them when seeking solutions to public health lab

• Specialized knowledge of/ability to use a full range of standard technical equip., complex scientific apparatus, and automated techniques of analysis

• Extensive knowledge of laboratory safety practices and principles

• Aware of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and policies concerning the program area (i.e. CLIA)

• Ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing and maintain productive working relationships

• Ability to satisfactorily participate in proficiency testing programs

• Ability to compile, analyze, evaluate, and prepare laboratory reports

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards

• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor 

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or (888) 824 – 8111.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

It is the policy of CAI not to discriminate against any employee or applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.