What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiologist position at DKMRBH Inc?
Onsite (in person Interview is mandatory)
About The Job
As the Microbiologist, you are responsible for coordinating and performing tests for SARS-CoV-2 and other targets of public health concern in wastewater and water samples. Duties include sample examination and analyses, recording, interpreting, and result reporting of test results. You are responsible for completing all required Quality Control, compliance with all certification requirements, and maintaining all required safety standards. Work hours are Monday - Friday, 7.5-hour day.
A Day In The Life
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of this role.
What You'll Need For Success
About The Job
As the Microbiologist, you are responsible for coordinating and performing tests for SARS-CoV-2 and other targets of public health concern in wastewater and water samples. Duties include sample examination and analyses, recording, interpreting, and result reporting of test results. You are responsible for completing all required Quality Control, compliance with all certification requirements, and maintaining all required safety standards. Work hours are Monday - Friday, 7.5-hour day.
A Day In The Life
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Conduct wastewater sample concentration, RNA extraction and PCR molecular testing.
- Maintain laboratory record system of submitted samples.
- Evaluate, interpret, and validate laboratory results.
- Conduct quality control checks on laboratory methods, materials, and equipment.
- Assists with preparation of reports from data compiled.
- Participate in evaluation of new products used in environmental laboratory work.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of this role.
What You'll Need For Success
- Four (4) year degree (B.S. or B.A.) in a biological science.
- Experience performing RNA/DNA extraction and PCR testing is required.
- Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of molecular testing.
- Specialized knowledge of current molecular scientific methods and testing procedures.
- Specialized knowledge of and ability to use a full range of molecular and standard technical equipment
- Ability to compile, analyze, evaluate, and prepare laboratory reports.
- Extensive knowledge of laboratory safety practices and principles.
- Aware of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and policies concerning the program area.
- Ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing and maintain
- productive working relationships.
- Ability to satisfactorily participate in proficiency testing programs.
