Microbiologist III

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Control is seeking a Microbiologist III to lead microbiological analyses. This role requires a technical background in microbiology, administrative expertise, and commitment to environmental protection. With a supportive team atmosphere, the position comes with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• Master’s in Microbiology with 1 year experience or Bachelor’s in Microbiology with 2 years experience.
• Experience in Environmental Microbiology laboratory preferred.
• Ability to perform complex tasks and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Leads microbiological analyses in Environmental Microbiology Laboratory.
• Trains staff and maintains quality assurance practices.
• Conducts administrative tasks and adheres to safety procedures.

Skills

Scientific mathematical calculations

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s Degree in Microbiology

Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural or Physical Sciences

Tools

General instrumentation software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Careers at SCDES:Where Passion Meets Preservation

Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team!

Science| Service| Sustainability

The Microbiologist III serves as lead Microbiologist for the Environmental Microbiology Section. Coordinates with the Program Manager for the ordering of required supplies, all necessary annual Proficiency Test samples, and equipment/instrumentation. Serves as the primary trainer of new and current staff members.

• Receives and analyzes samples in the Environmental Microbiology Laboratory. Reads, interprets, and records micro results.
• Performs microbiological quality controls analyses and helps to maintain a current quality assurance manual. Analyzes microbiological audit samples within the prescribed time period.
• Provides technical consultation to laboratory customers pertaining to microbiology.
• Reads and reviews SOPs and the safety manual as needed and annually. Follows al safety procedures.
• Completes all necessary administrative tasks (PCAS, SCEIS related functions, etc.) and documentation as required and requested. Performs other job duties as required or requested.

A Master’s Degree in microbiology and one year of microbiology experience; or a bachelor’s degree in microbiology and two years of microbiology experience; or a bachelor’s degree in the natural or physical sciences with academic credits in microbiology and three years of microbiology laboratory experience. A doctorate in microbiology may be substituted for required work experience. Institutions of higher learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment
• Experience with general instrumentation software and Microsoft Office
• Ability to:
  • Perform scientific mathematical calculations, highly complex tasks, and maintain accurate records
  • Communicate effectively with peers, other scientists, and service engineers
  • Must prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
  • Must be able to adhere to all safety requirements including the wearing of required safety equipment such as eye protection, laboratory coats, and nitrile gloves to assure the safe handling laboratory samples and media daily
  • Must stand for long periods of time and lift at least 30 lbs. to countertop level
• This position requires the strict adherence to approved methods and standard operating procedures for the proper collection of quality and technically defensible data
• This is a laboratory position and as such involves safely working with various types of glassware, the performance of repetitive tasks, and meticulous attention to detail

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. If selected for an interview, a copy of the college transcript will be required via email or at the time of the interview. Please note that some departments within the agencymayrequire anofficial, certified copy of the transcript priorto hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Preference will be given to applicants with working experience in an Environmental Microbiology laboratory

Applicants meeting preferred qualifications will be given priority consideration over persons who do not meet preferred qualifications

Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education

SCDES is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Control offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.