Laboratory Research Specialist (Public Health Laboratory Scientist)-(240001PY )
The University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Medicine- Epidemiology and Public Health is seeking a contractual Laboratory Research Specialist (Public Health Laboratory Scientist).
This position will perform microbiology-based analyses within the
Maryland Department of Health Laboratories Administration division of public health microbiology for surveillance and special projects of various communicable diseases of interest to the Antimicrobial Resistance Laboratory Network. Responsibilities will include performing assays to detect and further characterize the infectious pathogens; interpreting data/findings and reporting results to federal, state, and local stakeholders; conducting quality control and quality assurance procedures to comply with state and federal clinical laboratory regulations (CLIA). Assist with program logistics (collection devices, mailing labels, shipping guidance, etc.) of the AR Lab Networks testing as needed; assist with special projects; writing procedures and compiling data for assay verification and other reports.
Program activities will be conducted in collaboration with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), other state health departments and public health laboratories within the Antibiotic Resistance Laboratory Network's (AR Lab Network) Mid-Atlantic Region, and other federal, state and local partners. These program activities will complement the surveillance and outbreak investigation functions of the MDH Prevention and Health Promotion Administration's Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Outbreak Response Bureau, whose purpose is to prevent and/or reduce the incidence of communicable diseases in Maryland.
Benefits: Contingent Category II
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Possess a bachelor's degree in the Biological Sciences from an accredited university with at least one course in biochemistry and one course in microbiology or field of study related to the research of the laboratory. All foreign degrees must be evaluated for US equivalency by a recognized US educational evaluation service as required by the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) regulations.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience conducting microbiology biology based laboratory testing*.
Preference is given to applicants with experience testing clinical specimens and familiar with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) federal clinical laboratory guidelines.
Other : May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation.
May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.
*Master's degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience; Doctor of Philosophy may be substituted for 2 years of the required experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Hiring Range: $62,000 - $69,000 ( Commensurate with education and experience)
UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Talent Recruitment department at [email protected] .
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [email protected] . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. For more information, follow this link UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination .
Employee Class Exempt Contingent II
Full Time/Part Time : Full-Time
Financial Disclosure : No
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