Public Health Laboratory Scientist II, Microbiology - Limited Service - State of Vermont
Colchester, VT
About the Job
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## Overview
The Vermont Department of Health Laboratory has an opportunity for a
Public Health Laboratory Scientist I/II in the Environmental
Microbiology Unit. This position works directly with senior
microbiologists to learn and perform analytical procedures used by the
Vermont Department of Health Lab (VDHL) in one or more of the following
areas: wastewater surveillance, molecular biology, food microbiology,
arboviral surveillance, rabies, and water bacteriology, including Safe
Drinking Water Act (SWDA) testing. Testing is performed and documented
according to the requirements of regulatory agencies. In addition to
testing, this position entails reading and development of standard
operating procedures (SOPs), inputting results into a laboratory
information management system (LIMS), and general laboratory duties as
assigned. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree or higher in an
area of biology with some experience with laboratory methods and a
growth mindset to learn new bench techniques. They also possess
attention to detail, the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and
ability to work some evenings and weekends as required.
## Environmental Factors
Must be able to work in laboratory conditions with exposure to
biohazards by handling samples that either is a bodily fluid or may be
contaminated with bodily fluid(s) or highly infectious pathogens. May be
required to undergo a medical evaluation and fit testing for respirator
use. Must be willing to be called upon with short notice (sometimes only
hours) to respond to a public health emergency or natural disaster
affecting a large segment of the Vermont population and able to
accurately analyze samples in such a short timeframe. May need to
explain laboratory data and testing to the general public, explain what
the Public Health Laboratory can do and to educate them regarding public
health science.
Work requires some travel and incumbents should possess a valid Vermont
operator's license.
information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1201638
## Overview
The Vermont Department of Health Laboratory has an opportunity for a
Public Health Laboratory Scientist I/II in the Environmental
Microbiology Unit. This position works directly with senior
microbiologists to learn and perform analytical procedures used by the
Vermont Department of Health Lab (VDHL) in one or more of the following
areas: wastewater surveillance, molecular biology, food microbiology,
arboviral surveillance, rabies, and water bacteriology, including Safe
Drinking Water Act (SWDA) testing. Testing is performed and documented
according to the requirements of regulatory agencies. In addition to
testing, this position entails reading and development of standard
operating procedures (SOPs), inputting results into a laboratory
information management system (LIMS), and general laboratory duties as
assigned. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree or higher in an
area of biology with some experience with laboratory methods and a
growth mindset to learn new bench techniques. They also possess
attention to detail, the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and
ability to work some evenings and weekends as required.
## Environmental Factors
Must be able to work in laboratory conditions with exposure to
biohazards by handling samples that either is a bodily fluid or may be
contaminated with bodily fluid(s) or highly infectious pathogens. May be
required to undergo a medical evaluation and fit testing for respirator
use. Must be willing to be called upon with short notice (sometimes only
hours) to respond to a public health emergency or natural disaster
affecting a large segment of the Vermont population and able to
accurately analyze samples in such a short timeframe. May need to
explain laboratory data and testing to the general public, explain what
the Public Health Laboratory can do and to educate them regarding public
health science.
Work requires some travel and incumbents should possess a valid Vermont
operator's license.
Source : State of Vermont