Lab Scientist E, Genomic Sequencing Unit

State-of-Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Health & Human Services seeks a Laboratory Scientist to perform molecular testing on Michigan samples using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS). The role supports epidemiological outbreak tracing and uses amplicon, metagenomic, and whole-genome sequencing approaches. The position is in-person at 3350 N.

Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Lansing, MI. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant science and may advance through Laboratory Scientist levels by meeting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, forensic science, or a related pure or applied science.
• No specific type or amount of experience required for entry level.
• Two years of experience required for Laboratory Scientist P11.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular testing on samples from Michigan using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).
• Utilize amplicon, metagenomic, short read and long read whole genome sequencing to generate data for epidemiological outbreak tracing.

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, forensic science, or a related pure or applied science.

Job description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

This position has the primary responsibility of performing molecular testing on samples from the state of Michigan using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS). At the entry level, this scientist position utilizes Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) for bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic pathogens of interest. This scientist utilizes amplicon, metagenomic, short read and long read whole genome sequencing approaches to generate sequencing data. This sequencing technology is used for epidemiological outbreak tracing of said pathogens necessary to keep the citizens of Michigan safe.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, forensic science, or a related pure or applied science.

Experience

No specific type or amount is required.

Laboratory Scientist 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Laboratory Scientist 10

One year of professional experience carrying out a variety of tests, analyses, or production and research activities involving chemical, biochemical and biological samples, specimens, and products equivalent to a Laboratory Scientist 9.

Laboratory Scientist P11

Two years of professional experience carrying out a variety of tests, analyses, or production and research activities involving chemical, biochemical and biological samples, specimens, and products equivalent to a Laboratory Scientist, including one year equivalent to a Laboratory Scientist 10.

The preferred and appointed candidate will be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and/or alcohol testing.

Position Location/Remote Office

This is an in-person position; the physical location of this position is 3350 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Lansing, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications.

AI Prohibition

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

Condition of Employment

This position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check. If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

Posting Terms

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

For information about this specific position, please email [e-mail]. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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