Infectious Disease Laboratorian
Core
Diagnostic and surveillance testing of clinical and animal samples to identify infectious organisms in a Biosafety Level 2 and 3 laboratory.
Role type
Clinical Microbiologist II
Builds
Diagnostic test results for infectious diseases and heavy metals in blood
Domain
Public Health / Clinical Microbiology
Required skills
Microbiology, Biosafety Level 2/3 protocols, Necropsy, Rabies testing, Bacteriology, Virology/Serology, Real-time PCR, Graphite furnace analysis, Quality assurance, Equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
ASCP certification, High-complexity testing experience, Laboratory information systems (STARLIMS), IATA Dangerous Goods Shipping Certification
Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic testing on clinical and animal samples; Conduct necropsies for rabies testing; Maintain quality assurance metrics; Perform routine equipment maintenance; Participate in Laboratory Response Network-Bioterrorism testing.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC