Medical Laboratory Technologist II --Temporary Solutions

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina seeks a temporary laboratory technician in Raleigh to validate and implement molecular methods for detecting resistant bacteria. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and meet specific laboratory experience requirements, including CLIA compliance. This role offers a pay rate of $34.40/hour and is essential for public health safety.

Qualifications

• Must meet CLIA '88 requirements for high complexity testing personnel.
• Experience with infectious diseases required.
• Transcripts are required.

Responsibilities

• Validate and implement CLIA-compliant molecular methods.
• Perform bacterial culture, DNA extractions, and real-time PCR.
• Conduct whole genome sequencing.

Skills

Bacterial culture

Molecular testing techniques

Laboratory safety precautions

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

LIMS

Illumina MiSeq

Job description

Note: This is a temporary position with no leave or retirement benefits. Temporary employees working an average of 30+ hours/week may be eligible for health insurance under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). More info at www.shpnc.org.

Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment details.

Important: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their current roles to take a temporary position. Only one temporary NC State Government position is allowed at a time.

This position is located in Raleigh, Wake County, within the Department of Health and Human Services at 4312 District Dr, Raleigh, NC 27607.

Pay Rate: $34.40/hour, based on education and experience.

The role involves validating and implementing CLIA-compliant molecular methods for detecting resistant bacteria, including performing bacterial culture, DNA extractions, real-time PCR, and whole genome sequencing.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifications, training, and experience relevant to the job, as 'See Resume' is not acceptable.

• Must meet CLIA '88 requirements for high complexity testing personnel; transcripts are required.
• Experience with infectious diseases and laboratory safety precautions.
• Experience in bacterial culture and molecular testing techniques.
• Preferred: Certification in molecular biology, experience with LIMS, and WGS on Illumina MiSeq.

Minimum qualifications include a degree in a relevant field and specified years of laboratory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

For technical issues, contact the Help Line at 855-524-5627. To check your application status, log in to your account. For questions, email [e-mail] or call 984-236-1040.

Office address: Office of State Human Resources, 1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27609.

How did you learn about this vacancy?

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