Microbiologist I/II

The Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) is a public health laboratory whose mission is to improve and protect the human condition by providing accurate and precise testing, service, research and education. The WSLH vision is to be a global leader in improving quality of life through the advancement of science-based public, environmental and occupational health laboratory practice and policy. WSLH provides essential laboratory support in accordance with the public health goals of the state and the Wisconsin Division of Health Services (WDHS). WSLH is part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH).

Within WSLH, the Communicable Disease Division (CDD) performs many core functions of a public health laboratory:
-Disease prevention, control and surveillance
-Integrated data management
-Reference and specialized testing
-Food safety
-Laboratory improvement and regulation
-Policy development
-Public health preparedness and response
-Training and education
-Partnerships and Communication

CDD performs over 275 clinical diagnostic and surveillance tests in support of WDHS, Wisconsin clinical laboratories, other state and regional public health laboratories and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). WSLH is a national or regional reference center, through work performed in CDD, for advanced molecular diagnostics as well as a number of pathogens of public health concern, such as Influenza, antimicrobial resistant organisms, vaccine-preventable diseases, and gastrointestinal pathogens (bacterial, parasitic and viral). CDD performs a wide breadth of moderate and high complexity testing and analyses in Bacteriology, Virology, Serology, Mycobacteriology, Parasitology, Bioinformatics and pre-and post-analytic support units (Customer Service, Specimen Receiving, Data/ Informatics and Clinical Orders). We invite you to become a part of this leading public health laboratory and world-class university with this important position in the Mycobacteriology unit.

The employee in this position works under close supervision as a member of the Mycobacteriology team performing manipulation of patient and reference samples for laboratory diagnosis of tuberculosis and other nontuberculous mycobacterial infections. Duties include (not limited to): following test procedures for various assays to produce reliable results, entering specimen data and communications into the CDD Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), generating worksheets, laboratory reports and performing other routine laboratory activities as needed. This position will use aseptic technique to perform conventional microbiology culture methods as well as molecular diagnostic testing on patient specimens and microorganisms of public health significance. This position will participate in ongoing quality control, assurance and improvement activities. This position may also participate in new method development, test costing, method evaluation, test validation, writing of standard operating procedures (SOP) and the occasional instruction of new staff, laboratorians, students and medical personnel in laboratory procedures.

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Required
Bachelor's Degree
Degree in Medical Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Bacteriology or other biological science is required to meet CLIA laboratory Testing Personnel Standards for this position.

For the Micro I: Understanding of aseptic technique, conventional microbiology techniques and molecular diagnostic testing is required. Hands-on experience is preferred.

For the Micro II: Minimum of three years of laboratory experience is required. Clinical and/or public health laboratory experience is preferred. Hands-on experience with aseptic and conventional microbiology techniques is required. Hands-on experience with high complexity molecular testing (e.g. PCR, sequencing) is required.

Ability to pass federal clearance to perform work with select agents is required. Knowledge of biological and chemical laboratory safety practices, including experience working in a Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) is preferred.

A color vision screening will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $48,750 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Hours: 7:45-4:30, Monday through Friday in person with occasional weekend, holiday and public health emergency response work required.

WSLH does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment for this position. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.

To begin the application process please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV, a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position, and a document listing contact information for three (3) references, including at least one supervisor.

If you have questions, you may email hrstaff@slh.wisc.edu or call Dan Makovec, 608-890-1011.

Dan Makovec
hrstaff@slh.wisc.edu
608-890-1011
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Microbiologist I(HS052) or Microbiologist II(HS108)

A52-WI STATE LAB OF HYGIENE/CDD/MICROBIOLOGY

Academic Staff-Renewable

306240-AS