Microbiologist 1

WSU • Pullman, WA

56d

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position extracts DNA or RNA from a variety of sample types and performs diagnostic assays including PCR, RT-PCR, and Real-Time PCR; Assists in new test development; Enters data into Laboratory Information Management System; follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conforms to Quality Assurance standard; provides assistance to the faculty member(s) and manager in charge of the Molecular Diagnostics section of WADDL. Eligibility and understanding of BSL-2 & 3 laboratory safety guidelines and work environment is required.

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, biochemistry, zoology, or a related science OR Equivalent education/experience.
• Physical eligibility required for working in a BSL-2 & 3 environment. See the following link for more information. https://www.cdc.gov/training/QuickLearns/biosafety/
• Must be able to and willing to work overtime and possibly travel to perform field work in the event of a disease outbreak.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry or a related science field.
• Experience in diagnostic microbiology laboratory.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in isolation of DNA from tissue and body fluids/samples, followed by PCR.
• Experience working with zoonotic agents in appropriate biosafety levels.
• Knowledge of infectious diseases.
• Experience using COFL or similar laboratory information management or electronic medical record system.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Extracts DNA or RNA from a variety of sample types
• Performs diagnostic assays including PCR, RT-PCR, and Real-Time PCR
• Assists in new test development
• Enters data into Laboratory Information Management System
• Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conforms to Quality Assurance standard
• Provides assistance to the faculty member(s) and manager in charge of the Molecular Diagnostics section of WADDL

Benefits

• WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees