Public Health Microbiologist - Diagnostics & Impact

County of Ventura; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Retirement plan

Education incentive

Bilingual incentive

Merit increases

Holidays

Job summary

County of Ventura Health Care Agency – Public Health Laboratory seeks Microbiologists I–III to perform tests across bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology, and chemistry. You will interpret results, maintain quality control, and support environmental health programs.

Roles range from entry to advanced journey level, with opportunities for training, professional development, and union representation. Competitive hourly wages and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a major in microbiology or closely related science field.
• Knowledge of testing in bacteriology, virology, chemistry, and toxicology.
• Ability to perform diagnostic laboratory tests with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on specimens to detect disease indicators and interpret results.
• Analyze data, maintain records, and prepare reports.
• Provide training and supervise, as needed, and ensure quality control.

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology

Tools

PCR testing

Job description

County of Ventura Health Care Agency – Public Health Laboratory seeks Microbiologists I–III to perform tests across bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology, and chemistry. You will interpret results, maintain quality control, and support environmental health programs.

Roles range from entry to advanced journey level, with opportunities for training, professional development, and union representation. Competitive hourly wages and benefits are offered.