Laboratory Microbiologist II, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is seeking a Laboratory Microbiologist II to perform complex testing, maintain lab supplies, and assist with quality assurance. This role is crucial for enhancing public health initiatives in New York City.

Benefits

health coverage

wellness programs

potential eligibility for loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a relevant degree and experience.
• Preferred skills in clinical or environmental diagnostic testing.

Responsibilities

• Performing high and moderate complexity testing on clinical and environmental specimens.
• Using manual and automated methods within BSL-2 and BSL-3 labs.
• Maintaining laboratory supplies and participating in cross-training.

Skills

clinical diagnostic testing

environmental diagnostic testing

Education

relevant degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Laboratory Microbiologist II, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory

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• Open to candidates who are permanent or filed for: PROMOTION TO LABORATORY MICROBIOLOGIST Exam No. 4531 within the filing period From: December 7, 2023 To: January 9, 2024 or Open Competitive Exam LABORATORY MICROBIOLOGIST Exam No. 4061 within the filing period From: December 7, 2023 To: January 9, 2024

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (the NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the country. Our mission is to protect and improve the health of all New Yorkers, in service of a vision of a city in which all New Yorkers can realize their full health potential, regardless of who they are, how old they are, where they are from, or where they live.

As a world-renowned public health agency, we have a history of building transformative public health programming and infrastructure, innovating in science and scholarship, and responding to urgent public health crises from yellow fever in 1822 to COVID-19. We serve as a population health strategist, policy and planning authority, and have a significant impact on national and international public policy, including programs focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice.

Our strategic priorities include:

• Enhancing response readiness for health emergencies
• Addressing chronic and diet-related diseases
• Combating mental health crises
• Reducing maternal mortality and improving women’s health
• Mobilizing against climate change impacts

We value diversity and equity, recognizing the importance of anti-racist practices and community engagement to improve health outcomes.

Program and Job Description

The NYC DOHMH Public Health Laboratory seeks a qualified Laboratory Microbiologist.

We encourage diverse applicants to contribute to our mission of promoting health equity and excellence.

Benefits include health coverage, wellness programs, and potential eligibility for loan forgiveness programs. Details can be found at nyc.gov/studentloans.

Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• Performing high and moderate complexity testing on clinical and environmental specimens
• Using manual and automated methods within BSL-2 and BSL-3 labs
• Maintaining laboratory supplies and participating in cross-training
• Assisting with specimen shipping and quality assurance
• Using Laboratory Information Systems for data management

Candidates should bring required documentation to interviews, including proof of identity, education, residency, and professional licenses if applicable.

Minimum qualifications include a relevant degree and experience, with preferred skills in clinical or environmental diagnostic testing and licensing eligibility.

Residency in NYC is generally required within 90 days of appointment.

The salary range is $62,253.00 – $66,712.00.