Biological Administrator II a - SES - 64003936

Health Care; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Public Health Laboratories in Jacksonville seeks a Supervisory Chemist to lead the Chemical Threat Section and supervise a team of chemists who develop training protocols and analytical techniques for detecting chemical terrorism agents in clinical and environmental samples.

The role includes managing laboratory operations, coordinating with state and federal agencies, and representing the laboratory at conferences and meetings. A bachelor's degree and Florida license are required.

Qualifications

• State of Florida Clinical Chemistry Technologist license required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of chemical analysis terminology, principles, and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively and deliver training.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Chemical Threat Section and supervise a team of chemists.
• Develop training protocols and analytical techniques for detecting chemical terrorism agents in samples.
• Oversee laboratory operations and coordinate with state and federal agencies.
• Represent the laboratory at conferences and meetings.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Training delivery

Planning & organizing

Laboratory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Florida Clinical Chemistry Technologist license

Job description

This supervisory position at the Bureau of Public Health Laboratories in Jacksonville leads the Chemical Threat Section, overseeing a team of chemists who develop training protocols and analytical techniques for detecting chemical terrorism agents in clinical and environmental samples. The incumbent manages laboratory operations, coordinates with state and federal agencies, and represents the laboratory at conferences and meetings. The role requires a bachelor's degree or state clinical chemistry technologist license and involves substantial administrative and supervisory responsibilities.

Key qualifications:

• State of Florida Clinical Chemistry Technologist or higher license (Chapter 483 F.S. and Rule 64B3 F.A.C.)
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2 or more years of experience preferred
• Knowledge of chemical analysis terminology, principles, and techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively and deliver training
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments