Public Health Scientist (Wake County) -- Temporary

Arts In Wilmington; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of State Human Resources – Temporary Solutions in Wake County, NC seeks a Public Health Scientist to advance pathogen-focused methods for hurricane-related impacts. The role includes supporting the Lead Public Health Scientist, overseeing timelines, and aiding in validation, verification, and implementation of modern assays and scalable workflows.

The position requires advanced education in molecular biology or related fields with clinical/lab experience, and may involve surge testing

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in molecular biology, medical genetics, microbiology, immunology, analytical chemistry, or related field with 1 year clinical lab or research experience.
• Master's degree in molecular biology, medical genetics, microbiology, immunology, analytical chemistry, or related field with 2 years clinical lab or research experience.
• Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, medical genetics, microbiology, immunology, analytical chemistry, or related field with 4 years clinical lab or research experience.

Responsibilities

• Focus on new and updated methods for pathogens associated with hurricanes.
• Support the Lead Public Health Scientist and help oversee project timelines and validation/verification.
• Aid in implementation of novel modern assays and workflows.
• Aid in integration of instrument platforms focused on scalability across the laboratory.
• Aid in training of existing staff on novel methods and workflows.
• Participate in surge testing if the need arises.

Skills

Clinical laboratory experience

Research experience

Molecular biology knowledge

Education

Doctoral degree in molecular biology

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Public Health Scientist (Wake County) - Temporary page is loaded## Public Health Scientist (Wake County) - Temporarylocations: Wake County, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 28, 2026 (11 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR-124313**Agency**Office of State Human Resources**Division**Temporary Solutions**Job Classification Title**Publ Hlth Scientist (S)**Position Number****Grade**NC20To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset - OUR EMPLOYEES.**Description of Work****Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit .Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.This temporary position is located at 4312 District Drive Raleigh, NC 27607 - Wake County, with the Department of Health and Human Services - Public Health.Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $39.47 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.This position will:* Be focused on new and updated methods for pathogens associated with the impacts of hurricanes* Support the Lead Public Health Scientist and will help oversee project timelines and aid in validation/verification* Aid in implementation of novel modern assays and workflows* Aid in integration of instrument platforms focused on scalability of existing methods across the laboratory* Aid in training of existing staff on novel methods and workflows* \\*This position would also participate in surge testing should the need arise**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an \"equivalent combination of education and experience.\" If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the for details.Doctoral degree in molecular biology, medical genetics, microbiology, immunology, analytical chemistry, or a related laboratory field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of clinical laboratory or research experience; or Master's degree in molecular biology, medical genetics, microbiology, immunology, analytical chemistry, or a related laboratory field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of clinical laboratory or research experience; or Bachelor's degree in degree in molecular biology, medical genetics, microbiology, immunology, analytical chemistry, or a related laboratory field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of clinical laboratory or research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.**EEO Statement**The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.**Recruiter:**Max Austin Jacobson**Recruiter Email:**[e-mail]