Microbiologist 1

Title:

515J-YN - Microbiologist 1

Business Title:

Microbiologist 1

Location:

Employee Type:

Classified

Job Family:

Civil Service - OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor’s Proclamation 21-14.1, as a condition of employment, all WSU employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation no later than October 18, 2021. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation for new employees will be verified no later than October 18, 2021. If the effective date of appointment is October 18, 2021 or later vaccine or approved accommodation status will be verified prior to first day of employment. Please reach out to Human Resource Services (HRS) at [email protected]  or 509-335-4521 if you have questions regarding this.

Summary of Duties:

The Microbiologist 1 provides assistance to the faculty member(s) and manager in charge of the Molecular Diagnostics section of WADDL and the Pathogen Discovery Laboratory in the School for Global Animal Health. The incumbent assists in the daily functioning of the laboratory, ensuring that all laboratory test requests are attended to promptly, aiding in formulating and applying the Quality Assurance Program and ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures (SOP), conducting molecular diagnostics tests as required and participating in research, development and discovery efforts.  Eligibility and understanding of BSL-2 & 3 laboratory safety guidelines and work environment is required.

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, biochemistry, zoology, or a related science; OR equivalent education/experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Physical eligibility required for working in a BSL-2 & 3 environment.  See the following link for more information: https://www.cdc.gov/training/QuickLearns/biosafety/

• Must be able to and willing to work overtime and possibly travel to perform field work in the event of a disease outbreak.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in diagnostic microbiology

• A Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry or a related science field.

• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in: isolation of DNA from tissue and body fluids/samples; use of PCR in identification of microbial agents; DNA sequencing and sequence analysis.

• Experience working with zoonotic agents in appropriate biosafety levels. Knowledge of infectious diseases.

• Experience with and ability to enter names and number sequences accurately into a medical computer database. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Additional Information:

Monthly Salary: $3,792.00
FTE: 100%
Permanent/Project: Permanent

Position Term in months: 12

City, State, Zip: Pullman WA 99164

Area/College: College of Veterinary Medicine
Department Name: WA Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab (WADDL)
Department Link: waddl.vetmed.wsu.edu

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by October 3, 2021, at 11:59 p.m.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.
Required Documents:
1) Resume
2) Cover letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .

Title:

515J-YN - Microbiologist 1

Business Title:

Microbiologist 1

Location:

Employee Type:

Classified

Job Family:

Civil Service - OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor’s Proclamation 21-14.1, as a condition of employment, all WSU employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation no later than October 18, 2021. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation for new employees will be verified no later than October 18, 2021. If the effective date of appointment is October 18, 2021 or later vaccine or approved accommodation status will be verified prior to first day of employment. Please reach out to Human Resource Services (HRS) at [email protected]  or 509-335-4521 if you have questions regarding this.

Summary of Duties:

The Microbiologist 1 provides assistance to the faculty member(s) and manager in charge of the Molecular Diagnostics section of WADDL and the Pathogen Discovery Laboratory in the School for Global Animal Health. The incumbent assists in the daily functioning of the laboratory, ensuring that all laboratory test requests are attended to promptly, aiding in formulating and applying the Quality Assurance Program and ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures (SOP), conducting molecular diagnostics tests as required and participating in research, development and discovery efforts.  Eligibility and understanding of BSL-2 & 3 laboratory safety guidelines and work environment is required.

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, biochemistry, zoology, or a related science; OR equivalent education/experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Physical eligibility required for working in a BSL-2 & 3 environment.  See the following link for more information: https://www.cdc.gov/training/QuickLearns/biosafety/

• Must be able to and willing to work overtime and possibly travel to perform field work in the event of a disease outbreak.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in diagnostic microbiology

• A Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry or a related science field.

• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in: isolation of DNA from tissue and body fluids/samples; use of PCR in identification of microbial agents; DNA sequencing and sequence analysis.

• Experience working with zoonotic agents in appropriate biosafety levels. Knowledge of infectious diseases.

• Experience with and ability to enter names and number sequences accurately into a medical computer database. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Additional Information:

Monthly Salary: $3,792.00
FTE: 100%
Permanent/Project: Permanent

Position Term in months: 12

City, State, Zip: Pullman WA 99164

Area/College: College of Veterinary Medicine
Department Name: WA Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab (WADDL)
Department Link: waddl.vetmed.wsu.edu

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by October 3, 2021, at 11:59 p.m.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.
Required Documents:
1) Resume
2) Cover letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .