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Company Name : State of Washington Dept. of Health
Company Location : Shoreline, WA
Job Position : Microbiologist 1 – PROJECT – DOH6799
Job Category : Jobs in Washington
Job Description :
Description
This is a full-time, project Microbiologist 1 position located within the Division of Disease Control & Health Statistics’ Environmental Microbiology Laboratory. This project position is currently funded until June 30, 2023.
As a
Microbiologist 1, you will be responsible for:
SARS-CoV-2 testing in wastewater.
Environmental Legionella and West Nile testing.
Marine water quality testing for the Shellfish Program.
Sample accessioning, inventory, and sample preparation.
This position will also perform basic tasks in monitoring equipment, restocking the laboratory with supplies, general housekeeping and other duties as needed by the lead scientists in the laboratories, and assisting with reporting and filing of the results of the analyses.
This position is required to have an on-site presence at the Shoreline, WA duty station.
About the Department of Health
The vision of the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is equity and optimal health for all. Our mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state. Learn more about the DOH Transformational Plan.
Our Values
Good organizations know what they do and how they do it. Great organizations also understand why they do it. Our values are:
Human-centered: We see others as people who matter like we do and take into account their needs, challenges, contributions, and objectives.
Equity: We are committed to fairness and justice to ensure access to services, programs, opportunities, and information for all.
Collaboration: We seek partnership and collaboration to maximize our collective impact. We cannot achieve our vision alone.
Seven Generations: Inspired by Native American culture, we seek wisdom from those who came before us to ensure our current work protects those who will come after us.
Excellence: We strive to demonstrate best practices, high performance, and compelling value in our work every day.
The Washington State Department of Health acknowledges that our locations statewide are on the homelands of Native people, who have lived in this region from time immemorial. Currently, within the boundaries of Washington State, there are 36 tribes, 29 of which are federally recognized, that share traditional homelands and waterways in what is now Washington State. Some of these are nations and confederacies that represent multiple tribes or bands. We express our most profound respect for and gratitude toward these original and current caretakers of the region. As a public health agency, we acknowledge our responsibility to establish and maintain relationships with these tribes and Native peoples, in support of tribal sovereignty and the inclusion of their voices in public health programs and policies. We pledge that these relationships will consist of mutual trust, respect, and reciprocity.
Benefits of Working for DOH
Washington is America’s Top State, according to U.S. News (2021), and provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We also offer:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for many positions.
Growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, access to healthy food, and fitness classes.
Opportunities to serve your community through meaningful work.
A commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters an inclusive environment that encourages all employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
Employee resource groups that provide forums for employees to gather and share ideas about matters that affect their personal and professional lives and support career development.
Duties Include
Performing routine molecular testing for SARS-CoV2, Legionella, West Nile virus.
Performing quality control of new reagents and controls and on various types of media used for the bacteriological testing of marine and drinking water.
Performing routine standardized bacteriological testing of marine water samples for presence of Total and Fecal coliforms.
Performing routine testing of drinking water using various standardized methods for presence of Total and Fecal coliforms including specific test methods for E. coli and other waterborne microorganisms.
Analyzing sterilization monitoring lest strips from PHL and other local health laboratories to ensure sterility effectiveness of autoclaves.
Performing proficiency tests on methods used in drinking and marine water bacteriological analysis.
Performing test results data entry into the Water lab databases using LIMS, performing calculations, preparing reports for reviewer’s signature, and sending reports to sample submitters.
What we’re looking for
Our ideal candidate has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understands how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. Our ideal candidate is outward even when confronted with others that are not open or collaborative. They demonstrate resilience to model outward behaviors even when stressed or tired.
Required Qualifications
Option 1: A bachelor’s degree or higher in Microbiology.
OR
Option 2: A bachelor’s degree or higher in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Cell biology, Biology, or another basic medical science, WHICH INCLUDES 20 or more semester hours or quarter hours equivalent in microbiology, or a subject related to the study of microorganisms.
Desired Qualifications
One (1) or more years of experience with qPCR and/or ddPCR.
One (1) or more years of experience with bacterial isolation and identification.
Note: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through live experience, volunteer experience, formal professional employment, or a combination.
Application Process
Intrigued? Click “Apply” to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:
A cover letter (without any personal pictures), describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
A current resume (without any personal pictures).
Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.
Please do not attach any letters of recommendation or other documents not requested above.
Important Note: Do not attach documents that contain a
photo or
private information (social security number, year of birth, transcripts, etc.) or documents that are
password protected. These documents will not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and year of birth.
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is an equal opportunity employer. DOH strives to create a working environment that is inclusive and respectful. We prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.
This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions
As stated in Governor’s Proclamation 21-14,
all employees engaging in work for the Department of Health are required to be fully vaccinated before their hire date.
Proof of vaccination will be verified by the Office of Human Resources after an employment offer has been extended.
This position requires an onsite/in-person presence. A medical or religious exemption to the vaccine mandate cannot be accommodated, at this time. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at [email protected] if you have any questions.
With or without an accommodation, I am willing and able to:
Legally operate a state or privately owned vehicle or provide alternative transportation.
Work 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., 4 days a week, which includes weekends.
Occasionally work more than 40 hours per week, outside of core hours, and/or to adjust normally scheduled hours, which may include evening and weekends.
Work on-site in the Shoreline, WA lab due to the nature of the work/duties.
Perform colorimetric analyses.
Work with highly pathogenic organisms.
Work in the vicinity of radioactive materials, in a chemical laboratory setting, and biosafety cabinets and bench tops.
Undergo vaccinations as determined and required by management.
Use appropriate PPEs including gloves, respiratory protection and laboratory gown during laboratory work. May require selected applicant to be fitted for a respirator which will require individual to pass a medical evaluation and training. Both the evaluation and training are provided by DOH.
Wear appropriate laboratory daily attire.
Stand for four (4) continuous hours while processing samples.
Occasionally travel, in and/or out of state, for training and conferences.
Participate in emergency response activities and when the Agency Coordination Center is activated.
If you have questions, need alternative formats or other assistance please contact Danielle Dahm at
(360) 485-2562, [email protected], or TDD Relay at 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1. Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can’t log in, password or email issues, error messages).
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Supplemental Information
Salary Note: The salary listed includes 5% premium pay due to the duty station of these positions being located in King County.
This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Education and experience selected, listed and/or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the detailed applicant profile submitted.
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