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Title/Role: Microbiologist
Worksite address: Indianapolis, IN 46202
Interview Type: In person only
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Short Description:
Microbiologist Enteric & NGS Lab.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Incumbent will have in-depth knowledge and ability in the area of microbiology and molecular biology and is able to perform laboratory associated assays or the ability to learn these techniques upon successful completion of proficiency testing. Representative duties include:
• Conducting examinations of samples and/or reference samples for analyses such as but not limited to, molecular detection or isolation and identification of microorganisms/toxins or their antigens/nucleic acids.
• Strictly follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Extraction of nucleic acids from specimens, isolates, and samples via a variety of manual and automated methods;
•Utilize molecular techniques such as, but not limited to, PCR, sequencing, MALDI-TOF, and WGS;
• Evaluate, interpret, and validate laboratory results and reports findings.
• Maintain laboratory record system of submitted samples and specimens and their possible referral.
• Conduct quality control checks on laboratory methods, materials, and equipment in strict adherence to the laboratory's quality control policies.
• Maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies and order as needed to ensure testing needs are met.
• Assist in preparations of epidemiological and/or statistical reports from data compiled on a daily, weekly, monthly, or annual basis.
• Maintain competency in all trained areas.
• Perform all related work as required.