Alaska Public Health Microbiologist I

Environmental Conservation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Conservation in Anchorage is seeking a Long-Term Nonpermanent Microbiologist 1 for the Environmental Health Laboratory. In this role you will apply microbiology skills to protect public health by testing samples and supporting regulatory programs.

The position involves training, quality assurance, and participation in weekend rotation for mouse care, with exposure to pathogenic organisms and PPE required. Alaska residency and education requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology or related field.
• Possible immunization requirement for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing of food, dairy, shellfish, seafood, water, and other samples.
• Prepare samples, conduct analytical testing, and review data to produce defensible results.
• Support foodborne illness investigations, QA, proficiency testing, and certification requirements.
• Maintain laboratory operations including media preparation, QC, decontamination, SOP updates, and data entry.
• Participate in training, audits, and other laboratory activities, including animal care and mouse husbandry.

Skills

Adaptability

Reasoning

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving

Quality Assurance

Education

BSc in Microbiology / related field

Job description

Environmental Conservation in Anchorage is seeking a Long-Term Nonpermanent Microbiologist 1 for the Environmental Health Laboratory. In this role you will apply microbiology skills to protect public health by testing samples and supporting regulatory programs.

The position involves training, quality assurance, and participation in weekend rotation for mouse care, with exposure to pathogenic organisms and PPE required. Alaska residency and education requirements apply.