Lead Microbiologist & Lab Operations Leader

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); In loco; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Dallas County is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to lead microbiologists and Medical Lab Technicians in performing complex microbiological work focused on the control of communicable diseases and public health hazards. The role includes training staff and supervising daily lab operations in a community lab setting.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science (or related field) and at least one year of relevant experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or related field from an accredited college or university.
• One year of related work experience.

Mansioni

• Acts as lead to microbiologists and Medical Lab Techs in cultivating, isolating, identifying, detecting and reporting bacterial and viral agents found in clinical specimens.
• Conducts serological testing for the detection of bacterial and viral agents and reports results.
• Leads quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media and applicable environmental conditions.
• Monitors accountability of safety procedures, proficiency testing, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Assists the manager in training and coaching staff.
• Prepares monthly reports for management as necessary.
• Acts as a supervisor in their absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Team leadership

Verbal and written communication

Laboratory equipment operation

Software proficiency

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Dallas County is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to lead microbiologists and Medical Lab Technicians in performing complex microbiological work focused on the control of communicable diseases and public health hazards. The role includes training staff and supervising daily lab operations in a community lab setting.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science (or related field) and at least one year of relevant experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency