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Working Title: Sequencing and Bioinformatics Supervisor

Job Class: Research Scientist Supervisor 2

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID : 81998

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for consideration and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Consideration for supervisors in the same classification will occur through 01/09/2025.

• Date Posted : 01/02/2025

• Closing Date : 01/23/2025

• Hiring Agency Minnesota Department of Health

• Division/Unit : Health Protection / PHL IDL Supv

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

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $40.48 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,522 - $121,521 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 – Middle Management Association (MMA)

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

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

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

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

The Sequencing and Bioinformatics Supervisor serves to supervise scientific research and analytical activities of the Sequencing and Bioinformatics Unit of the Infectious Disease Laboratory. The Sequencing and Bioinformatics Unit of the Infectious Disease Laboratory utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic technology to analyze human specimens for bacterial, fungal and parasitic agents of infectious and communicable diseases in support of epidemiological investigations of disease outbreaks and disease surveillance within the State of Minnesota. This position will:

• Direct and assist in the performance of state-of-the-art laboratory methods

• Evaluate and implement advanced technologies to continually improve the Infectious Disease program

• Incorporate continuous quality control/quality assurance measures to fulfill accreditation requirements

• Provide oversight of grant funded activities

• Represent MDH in public forums, including presentations at research symposia and conferences

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

4 years of laboratory training and/or working experience in high complexity testing within the specialty of Bacteriology.

Experience must include:

• 6 months experience in high complexity testing in the subspecialty of Mycobacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology or Virology.

• Supervisory or other leadership experience OR completion of a leadership development program (such as Emerging Leaders Institute, etc.)

Previous experience below is required to be considered a candidate and will be assessed during the interview process:

• Knowledge and skill in clinical microbiology

• Research skills in experimental design, data interpretation, and translating research to application

• Experience working with next generation sequencing

• Ability to design, conduct and interpret studies to evaluate or validate test methods

• Human relations skills sufficient to achieve effective working relationships within the agency and externally

A master’s degree in microbiology, chemistry, public health, laboratory science, or related science field may substitute for 18 months of experience, and a PhD for 2 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years professional experience working with next generation sequencing.

• Advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Public Health, or related field

• Experience with scientific communication including but not limited to poster, presentation, and peer-reviewed manuscripts

• Experience with phylogenetic analysis

• Demonstrated experience in developing molecular methods using next-generation sequencing and existing genomic analysis tools (e.g. Nextstrain, MicrobeTrace, Microreact, etc)

• Experience with database use and management for sequencing and bioinformatics data developing and implementing bioinformatics

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference 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.