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Job Class: Laboratory Scientist 2

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID : 77950

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all bidders of MDH and all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be accepted through 07/08/2024.

• Date Posted : 07/02/2024

• Closing Date : 07/12/2024

• Hiring Agen cy/Seniority Unit : Health Department / Health-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Public Health Laboratory / PHL IDL Micro Staff

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the mission-driven team at the Public Health Laboratory (PHL) and promote and protect the health of all Minnesotans!

This Laboratory Scientist 2 will conduct complicated microbiology laboratory testing, including mycobacteriology and mycology. This position will also utilize microbiology techniques and specialized molecular diagnostic assays to detect pathogens, perform phenotypic culture-based assays, perform antibiotic susceptibility testing, and characterize human infectious diseases. Additionally, the position provides capacity and general support to the Microbiology Unit and consultation to outside partners and collaborators.

All positions within the MDH Public Health Lab will work to cultivate an inclusive work environment for all, with respect to diversity and equity.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• Two years of testing experience in a Clinical Microbiology or Public Health Laboratory, or equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications to be assessed during the interview:

• Knowledge of processing clinical specimens and testing for the detection and identification of bacterial and fungal pathogens.

• Knowledge of microbiology and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

• The chosen candidate must have successfully completed a minimum of five semester/seven quarter college credits in microbiology, immunology, or related subjects. Applicants must provide evidence of course completion prior to employment.

A Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science (or Medical Laboratory Science), or a related field may substitute for one year of experience. A Master’s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; A PhD may substitute for 2 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using MALDI-TOF for bacterial and fungal identification.

• Clinical laboratory experience in specialty areas of bacteriology; including broth microdilution, disk diffusion, and ETEST antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

• Experience of working in a laboratory required to follow CLIA rules and regulations.

• Experience with molecular biology methods such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing.

• Experience in implementation of new microbiology assays, including preparing a validation report.

• Knowledge of quality assurance and quality management systems.

• Knowledge of the principles, techniques, quality and practices in clinical bacteriology (including mycobacteriology) and mycology.

• Ability to perform advanced specialized tasks including examination of specimens using classic microbiology techniques to isolate and identify pathogenic organisms.

• Skills to provide training for other laboratory employees or students.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prepare comprehensive work reports and interpret test results.

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Additional Requirements

The chosen candidate must have successfully completed a minimum of five semester/seven quarter college credits in microbiology, immunology, or related subjects. Applicants must provide evidence of course completion prior to employment.

This position requires successful completion of a background check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.