Microbiologist II (49834)

GAP SOLUTIONS INC • Atlanta, DE

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Provide laboratory diagnostic, immunological/virological, and/or sequencing support for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Coronavirus and Other Respiratory Viruses Division (CORVD) respiratory virus work, including assay execution, documentation, and quality practices.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of laboratory experience in virology/microbiology/assay development or related field (preferably public health)
• Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related field
• Experience working with human specimens and/or clinical data in a lab environment
• Strong documentation habits and attention to detail (records, SOPs, validation documentation)
• Ability to follow laboratory safety and quality practices; support audits
• Ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust suitability and comply with CDC policies

Nice To Haves

• Experience with sequencing assays/platforms and high-throughput workflows
• Strong scientific communication (manuscripts, figures, verbal presentation)
• Experience working with CDC staff at multiple organizational levels

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular assays to detect/type/characterize respiratory viruses.
• Support assay platform design/evaluation and contribute to surveillance studies.
• Draft SOPs, worksheets, job aids, validation plans/reports.
• Maintain lab records; support internal/external audit readiness.
• Attend team meetings and provide updates on lab activities.
• Contribute to abstracts, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications as needed.
• Maintain required medical clearance (e.g., respiratory fit testing) when applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees