JOB DESCRIPTION

Certifying Scientist I

Reports To: Laboratory Manager

Manages People: No

Experience: Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.

Level of Supervision: Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work

Job Summary:

The Certifying Scientist I handles all infectious disease testing with a goal of providing 100%

accuracy when processing all samples and reporting results to clients. Reporting of infectious

disease bacterial, viral, and fungal infections accurately and within a timely fashion.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties:

• Performing sample prep and DNA extraction.

• Running the KingFisher Flex, Accufill and QuantStudio 12K, and QuantStudio 5.

• Performing manual pipetting steps with small volumes.

• Performing nucleic acid extractions and RT-PCR reactions.

• Analysing and closing patient reports, specifically COVID, UTI, RPP and STI.

• Flagging critical results based on microbes detected, age specific criteria, and facility criteria.

• Ability to troubleshoot and implement corrective action on QC failures.

• Timely responses with email communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Education:

▪ Master of Science in Biological or Chemical Sciences (biology, microbiology, molecular

biology – preferred) – required

▪ Ph.D. in biology, microbiology, molecular biology – preferred

Competencies/Skills:

▪ Ability to work independently and strong attention to detail.

▪ Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

▪ Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.

▪ Proficient in performing sample processing.

▪ Proficient in running the KingFisher Flex, Accufill, QuantStudio 12K, QuantStudio 5.

▪ Proficient in basic maintenance of all lab machinery.

▪ Proficient in serial dilutions, small volume pipetting, and PCR procedures.

Experience:

▪ Necessary coursework for Infectious Disease Certifying Scientist duties.

Certifications/Licenses:

▪ Medical Technologist - preferred