What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Microbiologist (DOH/SLD #10951) position at New Mexico Department of Health?
Salary
$21.96 - $32.94 Hourly
$45,680 - $68,520 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C5
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
This position is for the collection and testing of samples that are associated with the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System (NA RMS) Retail Meat Surveillance (RMS) study. This position is critical and will ensure that all of the RMS study work gets completed in a timely fashion. In addition, this position will also support microbiological testing of food, water and
dairy samples.
How does it get done?
Key responsibilities include Scheduling and collecting of RMS study samples according to the parameters of the grant study. Conducting the microbiological testing of the RMS study samples. Testing duties include culturing raw meat and seafood samples for selected bacterial pathogens using selective broth enrichment and isolation plate streaking according to standardized operating procedures. Maintaining orderly hard copy and electronic records of sample demographics, purchasing documents of testing supplies, testing operations, and testing results. In addition, this position will also support microbiological testing of food, water and dairy samples.
Who are the customers?
Citizens of New Mexico, New Mexico Department of Health, Food and Drug Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, Epidemiology and Response Division, and the Centers for Disease Control.
Ideal Candidate
Master's or Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences with an emphasis in Microbiology, Biology, or Chemistry. Laboratory experience in conducting regulatory testing.
Minimum Qualification
Associate degree in biological sciences with emphasis on chemistry, mathematics, and/or computer science and two (2) years' experience in biology, microbiology, virology, parasitological, and/or molecular biology specialization in a laboratory setting. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
This position is designated a safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.
Capable of passing Department of Justice/Federal Bureau of Investigation (DOJ/FBI) security clearance for access to laboratories holding Select Agents, as defined by 42CFR73, ¿Possession, Use, and Transfer of Select Agents and Toxins¿. Must obtain Hepatitis B and Rabies vaccination, able to differentiate colors, use of sterile techniques, and good manual dexterity.
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate. In state and out of state travel may be required. Successful completion of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is required.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a fully functional laboratory containing biological, chemical, physical, and radiological hazards. Incumbent will be required to use all applicable safety equipment provided by the employer and follow all safety precautions specified by the employer. There will be extended standing, repetitive trunk/arm/hand/neck movements with computer usage or assay/methodologies utilized. Work involves using high voltage electronic instrumentation, and high-pressure gas cylinders. Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Sheila Martinez, HR, Sheilamartinez1@doh.nm.gov, Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
$21.96 - $32.94 Hourly
$45,680 - $68,520 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C5
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
This position is for the collection and testing of samples that are associated with the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System (NA RMS) Retail Meat Surveillance (RMS) study. This position is critical and will ensure that all of the RMS study work gets completed in a timely fashion. In addition, this position will also support microbiological testing of food, water and
dairy samples.
How does it get done?
Key responsibilities include Scheduling and collecting of RMS study samples according to the parameters of the grant study. Conducting the microbiological testing of the RMS study samples. Testing duties include culturing raw meat and seafood samples for selected bacterial pathogens using selective broth enrichment and isolation plate streaking according to standardized operating procedures. Maintaining orderly hard copy and electronic records of sample demographics, purchasing documents of testing supplies, testing operations, and testing results. In addition, this position will also support microbiological testing of food, water and dairy samples.
Who are the customers?
Citizens of New Mexico, New Mexico Department of Health, Food and Drug Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, Epidemiology and Response Division, and the Centers for Disease Control.
Ideal Candidate
Master's or Bachelor's Degree in biological sciences with an emphasis in Microbiology, Biology, or Chemistry. Laboratory experience in conducting regulatory testing.
Minimum Qualification
Associate degree in biological sciences with emphasis on chemistry, mathematics, and/or computer science and two (2) years' experience in biology, microbiology, virology, parasitological, and/or molecular biology specialization in a laboratory setting. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
This position is designated a safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.
Capable of passing Department of Justice/Federal Bureau of Investigation (DOJ/FBI) security clearance for access to laboratories holding Select Agents, as defined by 42CFR73, ¿Possession, Use, and Transfer of Select Agents and Toxins¿. Must obtain Hepatitis B and Rabies vaccination, able to differentiate colors, use of sterile techniques, and good manual dexterity.
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate. In state and out of state travel may be required. Successful completion of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is required.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a fully functional laboratory containing biological, chemical, physical, and radiological hazards. Incumbent will be required to use all applicable safety equipment provided by the employer and follow all safety precautions specified by the employer. There will be extended standing, repetitive trunk/arm/hand/neck movements with computer usage or assay/methodologies utilized. Work involves using high voltage electronic instrumentation, and high-pressure gas cylinders. Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Sheila Martinez, HR, Sheilamartinez1@doh.nm.gov, Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
Salary : $45,680 - $68,520