MICROBIOLOGIST II AND III - PEARL CITY, OAHU

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 51,224 - 67,439; Full time

Job summary

A state government agency in Hawaii is seeking Microbiologists II and III for positions in Pearl City, Oahu. The ideal candidates will supervise and conduct microbiological work, managing the detection and control of microorganisms. A bachelor's degree in microbiology or a related field is required. This is a unique opportunity in an expedited recruitment process, as the role offers competitive salaries ranging from $4,590 to $6,043 per month, depending on level and experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge in microbiology and related scientific disciplines required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise or perform scientific work in microbiology.
• Conduct research and investigational projects.
• Support lower-level professionals in the laboratory.

Skills

Detection and isolation of microorganisms

Cultivation of microorganisms

Identification of microorganisms

Supervision of professional scientific work

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related field

Job description

MICROBIOLOGIST II AND III - PEARL CITY, OAHU

Apply for the MICROBIOLOGIST II AND III - PEARL CITY, OAHU role at State of Hawaiʻi.

Recruitment Information

This recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH‑HI) project, a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited hiring process, fast‑tracing qualified applicants into job opportunities throughout Hawai‘i.

Applications received for this recruitment will be reviewed for legal authorization to work in the United States. All applicants who pass the legal authorization review will be referred to the hiring department for consideration and an initial review of the application.

Applicants who meet the initial review requirements at the departmental level may be contacted by the hiring program for an interview. All applicants interviewed by the hiring program will be notified of their selection or non‑selection by the department.

The application referral and potential interview conducted at the departmental level does not imply that applicants have met all minimum qualification requirements. A thorough review of all applications received will be conducted by the Department of Human Resources Development and all applicants will be notified of the final disposition.

This job posting will remain open until 40 applications are received. Please apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

Salary and Conditions

• Level II – $4,590 per month (SR‑18, Step D)
• Level III – $4,961 to $6,043 per month (SR‑20, Step D to I)

Employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. Once you become a member of the civil service, you become eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions.

Duties Summary

Microbiologists supervise and/or perform professional scientific work in the detection, isolation, identification, cultivation, use and control of microorganisms. Microbiologist II performs a variety of assignments in the field of microbiology designed to provide experience and training in the application of basic professional knowledge and abilities. Microbiologist III independently performs the full range of microbiological work in one or more areas. The position may also be assigned to research and investigational projects to carry out major segments under the guidance of a microbiologist in overall charge, or may direct and oversee the work of lower‑level professional or technical personnel and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Legal Authorization to Work

The State of Hawaiʻi requires all persons seeking employment with the government to be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Basic Education

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in microbiology, biology, molecular biology, molecular cell biology, medical technology, medical laboratory science, or a closely related science major.

Coursework must include:

• Chemistry such as inorganic, qualitative, organic, or similar; and
• At least two (2) subject areas related to the study of microorganisms such as:
• Bacteriology, immunology, serology, mycology, parasitology, molecular biology, molecular cell biology or virology;
• Food, water, dairy, soil, industrial, public health, agriculture, or applied bacteriology; or applied microbiology; or
• Genetics, physiology, metabolism, animal or plant physiology or pathology, cell biology, biochemistry, biophysical chemistry.

All of the above coursework must be closely related to the study of microorganisms and must include physical and mathematical sciences such as inorganic, qualitative, quantitative and organic chemistry, biochemistry, physics, college algebra, or statistics.

Specialized Experience

Microbiologist II: None required.

Microbiologist III: One year of professional experience in the detection, isolation, identification, cultivation, use and/or control of microorganisms. Such experience may have been gained in scientific disciplines such as bacteriology, immunology serology, mycology, parasitology, virology or other related areas of science.

Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.

Other Information

The State of Hawaiʻi complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations, please call 808‑587‑0936 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that encourages individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay‑loans/forgiveness‑cancellation/public-service

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you.

TESTING INFORMATION

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In‑person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaiʻi may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in‑person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of report of the application.

CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office’s Levels of Review.