Microbiologist II - Contract - Onsite - Indianapolis, IN

INFO ORIGIN INC • Indianapolis, IN

2d • $32 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Microbiologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform clinical microbiology and molecular testing in a public health laboratory environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Medical Laboratory Science, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• Experience in clinical microbiology and/or molecular diagnostics.
• Hands-on experience with PCR, nucleic acid extraction, sequencing, or WGS.
• Knowledge of CLIA regulations, QA/QC procedures, and high-complexity laboratory testing.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• ASCP, MLS, MT, CLS, or equivalent certification.
• Experience with MALDI-TOF, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and public health or hospital laboratory environments.
• Experience working with bacterial and fungal pathogens, including multidrug-resistant organisms.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing, culture isolation, and organism identification of bacterial and fungal pathogens.
• Conduct molecular testing including PCR, nucleic acid extraction, sequencing, and Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS).
• Utilize laboratory instruments and technologies such as MALDI-TOF and other automated identification systems.
• Interpret, validate, and report laboratory results.
• Maintain compliance with CLIA regulations, quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC), and proficiency testing requirements.
• Document testing activities and maintain laboratory records.
• Assist with inventory management and laboratory operations.
• Support additional testing areas as needed, including molecular, virology, serology, and microbiology.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level