Biosafety Level II Facility Manager
Virginia Tech•Blacksburg, VA
•$45,000 - $55,000•Onsite
About The Position
Supports the Food Science and Technology Departments research microbiology laboratories. Supervise lab spaces and assist faculty, graduate and undergraduate researchers. Primarily microbiology oriented, but will provide assistance with other projects with approval of the Department Head. Manage basic safety policies (maintains safety training and all other IBC records) and proper waste disposal procedures.
Requirements
- B.S. degree or equivalent training and experience in food science or related area
- Effective communication in oral and written form is essential
- Ability to instruct students, staff, and faculty on proper laboratory procedures
- Ability to coordinate several projects concurrently
- Prior experience in microbiology lab
- Familiarity with basic plating and culturing procedures
- Familiarity with handling bio-safety level 2 pathogens
- Criminal conviction check
Nice To Haves
- BS or MS degree
- Previous laboratory experience in food science
- Experience mentoring or supervising lab work
Responsibilities
- Supervise lab spaces
- Assist faculty, graduate and undergraduate researchers
- Manage basic safety policies (maintains safety training and all other IBC records)
- Manage proper waste disposal procedures
- Provide assistance with other projects with approval of the Department Head
Benefits
- Eligible for overtime
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
