Coordinator of Validation and Verification, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory
Core
Coordinate validation and verification of new assays, evaluate literature for implementation, and support rapid laboratory response to biological threats.
Role type
Senior IC clinical laboratory coordinator (microbiology/molecular testing)
Builds
Clinical and environmental laboratory testing services for NYC residents
Domain
Public health / Clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Microbiological testing techniques, Molecular testing techniques, Laboratory assay validation, Literature review for assay implementation, Emergency response coordination, Subject matter expertise in emerging pathogens
Preferred skills
Clinical Laboratory Director Certificate of Qualification (CQ), PhD in biological sciences/microbiology/virology, Knowledge of laboratory performance standards
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Coordinate activities for verification/validation of new assays with different sections and units, Assist in coordinating research efforts with other agencies or institutions, Study and evaluate literature for implementation of new assays, Participate in implementation of assays to provide rapid laboratory response to biological threats, Assist in coordination of emergency response and analytical testing of specimens during surge events
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory/administrative experience