Microbiologist/Molecular Biologist
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Microbiologist will perform routine qualitative microbiological assays using standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the detection and identification of finfish pathogens including viruses, bacteria, and parasites. Responsibilities include, but not limited to virology/cell culture, bacteriology, molecular biology (PCR), preparation of nucleic acid libraries for sequencing, quantitative PCR analysis for gene expression and viral quantification, necropsies, data entry, media preparation, general maintenance of laboratory space and equipment, and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC). Other laboratory and field duties as required in support of the fish health and research programs.
Requirements
- Familiarity with laboratory science and use of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Basic understanding of intensive aquaculture and fish health diagnostics.
- Therapeutic treatments and methodologies for finfish pathogens.
- Competency in molecular biology techniques and processing of molecular samples.
- Experimental record maintenance.
- Familiarity with methods of identifying finfish bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
- Knowledge of Biosafety Level 2 techniques.
- Competency with Microsoft Office program suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Attention to detail, critical thinking, safety, and continual improvement
- The ability to speak, read, understand, and follow directions with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Knowledge of microbiology and molecular laboratory practices.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology or a related field.
- Experience working in a molecular, medical or veterinary diagnostic laboratory.
- Multidisciplinary experience in virology/cell culture, bacteriology, molecular biology, and parasitology.
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine microbiological tests for identification of bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens affecting trout and salmon.
- Use sterile technique to maintain and inoculate live aquatic animal cell cultures for the primary isolation and identification of finfish viruses.
- Use standard methods and specialized media for the isolation and identification of finfish bacteria.
- Preparing media and reagents and monitoring inventories of laboratory consumables.
- Cleaning glassware, completing routine maintenance/calibration of laboratory equipment
- Exhibiting familiarity with and adherence to laboratory safety standards and other safety guidance
- Sterile isolation of nucleic acids and proteins from tissue and environmental samples
- Preparation of molecular samples for PCR analysis and/or sequencing
- Work with research personnel to sample and obtain phenotypes and then genotypes of families from multiple species
- Records-keeping related to documentation of microbiological test results, maintenance/calibration of laboratory equipment, etc.
- Providing prompt, friendly, and courteous service to internal and external customers.
- Continually pursuing sustainability of our natural resources with every decision, decreasing waste and being conscious of individual choices.
- Advocating positive change within our team, empowering one another.
- Completing other duties as required.
- Manage projects and work as assigned.
- Drive company vehicles safely obeying all traffic laws.
- Any other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
