Serologist - Microbiologist #00065

Title: Serologist

• Microbiologist #00065

State Role Title: Scientist I

Hiring Range: $52,530 - $60,811 annually

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture

Location: HARRISONBURG LAB-OFFICE

Agency Website: www.vdacs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public

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Job Duties

The Division of Animal and Food Industry Services, Office of Laboratory Services is seeking a qualified individual to process and complete serological testing on samples submitted for diagnostic and regulatory purposes at the Regional Animal Health Laboratory located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The selected individual will perform ELISA and AGID testing, agglutination testing, and molecular testing using the ABI 7500.

They will also be cross-trained in one or more of the following fields: Dairy Microbiology (testing of raw or pasteurized milk and related dairy products to detect the presence of harmful bacteria, antibiotic residues, and adulterated products); and water testing. They will be responsible for the media preparation according to testing needs and will enter results into an automated Laboratory Information System. This position works collaboratively, and as a team member, to assist with other related laboratory procedures as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of a variety of microbiology and laboratory procedures with an emphasis on serology; general safety procedures necessary in a clinical laboratory. Demonstrated computer proficiency to include basic office software and laboratory information management systems, along with sound analytical skills, and exceptional customer service and communication skills.

Proven ability to follow oral and written directions with precision and accuracy; to work with technical equipment; to develop logical conclusions; and to work collaboratively within a team environment. Current or recent clinical and/or diagnostic veterinary or human medical microbiology, laboratory quality control, or regulatory experience desired along with experience working ISO 17025 or similar laboratory quality management system. Testing formats require precision, manual dexterity and visual acuity.

Additional Considerations

A combination of related education, training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills, and abilities to include knowledge microbiology, biology, or a closely related scientific field. Regulatory and laboratory experience in animal health technology including FDA/IMS milk testing, serology, bacteriology, parasitology and mycology. No requirement for special licenses, registration or certification.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff, and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-371-8581

Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.