Job Description The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.
This position performs diagnostic testing of human and environmental specimens for the presence of bacteria and parasites. This includes microscopic examination and culture testing of specimen material, as well as identification and susceptibility testing of culture isolates. Identification testing includes staining, biochemical, serologic, susceptibility, PCR, amplified genetic probe testing, 16S rRNA sequencing, and MALDI-TOF analyses.
Critical/catastrophic events of public health consequences may involve extended hours or callback duties. Additionally, this position will function as a member of the Michigan Bioterrorism public health response teams as needed. Click here to view the Position Description & here to view the Job Specification To be considered for this position you must: Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application.
Hard copy applications are not accepted. Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening. Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment.
Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week. Attach a cover letter. If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s).
We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in microbiology, medical technology, clinical laboratory sciences, or a related field. Experience Microbiologist 9 No specific type or amount is required.
Microbiologist 10 One year of professional experience in carrying out microbiology activities to diagnose human disease, determine food purity, or produce and test biological products equivalent to a Microbiologist 9. Microbiologist P11 Two years of professional experience in carrying out microbiology activities to diagnose human disease, determine food purity, or produce and test biological products equivalent to a Microbiologist, including one year equivalent to a Microbiologist 10. Professional or research experience in a clinical Microbiology that diagnoses human disease preferred.
Professional or research experience performing Molecular testing preferred Prior experience ruling out select agents and BSL 3 experience preferred Alternate Education and Experience Must meet CLIA-88 and Medicare requirements for microbiologists/laboratory scientists. Additional Requirements and Information Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 3350 N Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Lansing, MI 48906.
Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including: A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities. Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.
Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required. The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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