Description

The Microbiology Laboratory Specialist III (MLS III) works to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment and has the temperament to operate proactively and collaboratively in a team in support of research and development and clinical affairs activities.  Tasks will focus on molecular and microbiological experiments and procedures (e.g. nucleic acid extraction, PCR, serial dilution, bacterial, fungal and parasitic cultures, etc.) with associated collection, analysis, verification and recording of data in accordance with established protocols and other instructive documents, regulations, safety requirements and the quality system.  Work is primarily collaborative and requires the ability to communicate and coordinate with peers and supervisors effectively and respectfully.  The position requires basic laboratory technical skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem solving, and dedication to the mission and goals of the department and bioMerieux.  A Microbiology Laboratory Specialist III will normally self-direct on routine with minimal instruction and general supervision and will operate with general or detailed instruction and general supervision on new procedures and assignments.

Job Duties

• Assists with stocking project-specific laboratory supplies, including inventorying work               
• Acts as a good lab citizen and team member.  Coordinates and collaborates within and across teams and functional groups for routine lab activities, cleaning, equipment use, specific assigned tasks and projects, and sharing of knowledge, skills and ideas.              
• Works in a Biosafety 2/2+ environment with potentially pathogenic microorganisms, patient specimens, and body fluids using sterile technique for contamination and infection control.                 
• Ensures data integrity and accurate record keeping by collecting, reclrding (in an electronic laboratory notebook and/or study worksheets), analyzing and verifying data in compliance with company standard operating procedures, work instruction documents, and study protocols. 
• Uses and maintains laboratory equimpent, supplies/inventory, and workspaces according to operational, quality, and safety requirements as outlined in protocols, standard operating procedures, and work instruction documents.   
• Performs routine calculations and laboratory techniques including solution formulation, microbial culture and enumerations, nucleic aciid extraction and quantification, real-time and or digital PCR, as well as basic statistical analyses.
• Execute study protocols and contribute to protocol and process development, optimization, and/or revision with supervision               
• Conduct routine data analysis under supervision   
• Communicate data and analyses in written reports and oral presentations to peers and supervisors, commensurate with job level                 
• Contribute to the writing of study reports  
• Train other team members on laboratory and department practices and procedures, commensurate with experience   
• Performs work independently or under minimal supervision
• Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher staff
• Works full time on-site     

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 0-2 years’ experience in academic, industry, or healthcare laboratory preferred               
• Microbiology education and/or experience is preferred         
• General Lab experience is preferred             

Knowledge, Skill, Abilities:

• Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.
• Effective Presentation Skills - including the ability to present technical data
• Demonstrates assertiveness and confidence in the face of a challenge
• Critical thinking, using logic and reason to analyze information and make decisions in the workplace.
• Effective and efficient problem analysis leads to high-quality decisions.
• Learning agility to be able to learn from experiences and apply that knowledge to new situations.
• Thriving in a fast-paced environment by managing tasks, multitasking, and adapting quickly to maintain productivity.
• Intermediate: apply skills independently in most situations; handle moderately complex tasks with occasional guidance
• Has working knowledge of current and evolving microbiology and molecular biology principles, tools and techniques relevant to developing diagnostic tests for infectious diseases
• Detail-oriented in executing work and in record keeping
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Skilled in laboratory practices including pipetting, handling biological and chemical materials, sterile technique and contamination control, and basic concentration and statistical calculations
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities sometimes change on short notice
• Comfortable working with human specimens and body fluids (blood, stool, sputum etc.)
• Aptitude for critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to follow rules and regulations
• Comfortable working with biosafety level 2 pathogens

Working Conditions:

• Ability to remain in stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods.
• Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.
• Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.

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