PH LABORATORY SCIENTIST 2 - 07212026-79215

Overview

The PH Laboratory Scientist 2 for Genomics is an advanced/working level position that performs routine laboratory, operational, and administrative activities in the Genomics section of TDH Division of Laboratory Services. Under general supervision of a PH Laboratory Manager or Director, the incumbent serves as Laboratory Scientist responsible for performing laboratory testing and operational tasks of average difficulty, including but not limited to performing all phases of laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and performing data analysis and interpretation.

Performs molecular assays (e.g., nucleic acid extraction, qPCR/RT-qPCR, and library preparation) alongside genomic sequencing and executes bioinformatics pipelines for pathogen detection, genome assembly, variant calling, and phylogenetic analysis. Ensures rigorous quality control across wet lab and computational workflows, analysis and manages test results and data, and integrates genomic and epidemiologic information to support surveillance, outbreak investigations, and evidence-based public health action.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Sciences or related field of study from an accredited college or university, and at least one year of full-time, pertinent laboratory experience in a related field study;
  • OR successful completion of a two-year from an accredited medical laboratory technician program and at least one year of full-time, pertinent laboratory experience in a related field study;
  • OR meet CLIA Testing Personnel Qualification Category set forth in federal CMS regulations 42 CFR 493.1489 and at least one year of full-time, pertinent laboratory experience in a related field study.
• Necessary Special Qualifications:
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license throughout the duration of employment.

Substitution of Education for Experience

A transcript with ALL credits is required to be uploaded with an employment application in order to properly evaluate a candidate's eligibility for a position in this classification. Undergraduate and graduate course work received from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for the required education and experience on a year-to-year basis to a maximum of one year (e.g., 24 graduate semester hours or 36 graduate quarter hours in a related field may substitute for education and/or one year of the required experience).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Laboratory Procedures
• Quality Control Standards
• Health and Safety Regulations
• Sample Preparation and Analysis
• Equipment Maintenance and Calibration
• Skills Analytical
• Attention to Detail and Active Listening
• Time Management
• Technical Proficiency
• Problem Solving Abilities
• Deductive Reasoning
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Communication Ability and Speech Clarity
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Sensitivity

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