Microbiologist Iii Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Recruitment Information Recruitment Number 26-0212 - The immediate vacancy is with the Department of Health in Wailuku/Kahului THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 40 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. Level II - $4,725 per month (SR-18, Step D) Level III - $5,107 to $6,221 per month (SR-20, Step D to I) Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Duties Summary Microbiologists supervise and/or perform professional scientific work in the detection, isolation, identification, cultivation, use and control of microorganisms. Microbiologist II: At the II level, performs a variety of assignments in the field of Microbiology of which, initially assignments will be geared to provide experience and training in the application of basic professional knowledge and abilities. Microbiologist III: At the III level, independently performs the full range of microbiological work in one or more areas.

The position may also be assigned to research and investigational projects to carry out major segments under the guidance of a microbiologist in overall charge, or may direct and oversee the work of lower level professional or technical personnel and perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements: Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. Selective Certification - Specialized License: Level II: Not required.

Level III: Applicants must possess or be eligible to obtain, a current Clinical Laboratory Specialist or Clinical Laboratory Technologist License issued by the State of Hawaii, Department of Health. Note: Information on licensure requirements may be obtained from the State Department of Health at (808) 453-6653. Please call the Department of Health prior to the submittal of your application to determine whether you meet the requirements for licensure.

Basic Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, molecular cell biology, medical technology, medical laboratory science, or a closely related science major. Coursework must include a lecture and laboratory course in each of the following: 1. Chemistry such as inorganic, qualitative, organic, or similar; and 2.

At least two (2) subject areas related to the study of microorganisms such as those listed below: a. Bacteriology, immunology, serology, mycology, parasitology, molecular biology, molecular cell biology or virology; b. Food, water, dairy, soil, industrial, public health, agriculture, or applied bacteriology; or applied microbiology; or c.

Genetics, physiology, metabolism, animal or plant physiology or pathology, cell biology, biochemistry, biophysical chemistry. Note: To be creditable, the focus and content of the course must have been substantively devoted to the required subject area. All of the above coursework must be closely related to the study of microorganisms; AND must include physical and mathematical sciences which include coursework such as inorganic, qualitative, quantitative and organic chemistry, biochemistry, physics, college algebra, or statistics.

Specialized Experience: Microbiologist II: None required Microbiologist III: One year of professional experience in the detection, isolation, identification, cultivation, use and/or control of microorganisms. Such experience may have been gained in such scientific disciplines as bacteriology, immunology serology, mycology, parasitology, virology or other related areas of science. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position.

The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he is being considered. Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply. The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements.

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TESTING INFORMATION The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.

If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of report of the application.

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