Microbiologist II And III - Maui
About The Position
This recruitment is for the Department of Health in Wailuku/Kahului. Microbiologists supervise and/or perform professional scientific work in the detection, isolation, identification, cultivation, use and control of microorganisms. At the II level, performs a variety of assignments in the field of Microbiology, with initial assignments geared to provide experience and training in the application of basic professional knowledge and abilities. At the III level, independently performs the full range of microbiological work in one or more areas. The position may also be assigned to research and investigational projects under guidance, or may direct and oversee the work of lower level professional or technical personnel.
Requirements
- Must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, molecular cell biology, medical technology, medical laboratory science, or a closely related science major.
- Coursework must include a lecture and laboratory course in Chemistry (inorganic, qualitative, organic, or similar).
- Coursework must include at least two (2) subject areas related to the study of microorganisms such as Bacteriology, immunology, serology, mycology, parasitology, molecular biology, molecular cell biology or virology; Food, water, dairy, soil, industrial, public health, agriculture, or applied bacteriology; or applied microbiology; or Genetics, physiology, metabolism, animal or plant physiology or pathology, cell biology, biochemistry, biophysical chemistry.
- All coursework must be closely related to the study of microorganisms and include physical and mathematical sciences such as inorganic, qualitative, quantitative and organic chemistry, biochemistry, physics, college algebra, or statistics.
- Microbiologist II: None required.
- Microbiologist III: One year of professional experience in the detection, isolation, identification, cultivation, use and/or control of microorganisms.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and/or perform professional scientific work in the detection, isolation, identification, cultivation, use and control of microorganisms.
- Perform a variety of assignments in the field of Microbiology, geared to provide experience and training in the application of basic professional knowledge and abilities (Microbiologist II).
- Independently perform the full range of microbiological work in one or more areas (Microbiologist III).
- Conduct research and investigational projects to carry out major segments under guidance (Microbiologist III).
- Direct and oversee the work of lower level professional or technical personnel (Microbiologist III).
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
