Reference Microbiology Supervisor

APHL; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Hygienic Laboratory at the University of Iowa in Coralville, IA is seeking a Microbiology Supervisor to oversee clinical specimen testing for disease diagnosis and surveillance. The role ensures CLIA-compliant operations and adherence to safety policies.

Required are a master’s degree in a relevant field and at least five years in clinical/public health labs, with leadership and QA/QC experience. On-site, regular hours; pay grade 5A; contact VPR Talent for details.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in molecular biology, biology, chemistry, biochemistry or related field or equivalent combo of education and experience.
• Five years of clinical or public health laboratory experience.
• Experience with clinical microbiology.
• At least one year of project oversight experience.
• Experience with QA/QC and lab safety.
• Experience leading teams.
• Ability to foster a welcoming and respectful work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laboratory testing of clinical specimens or isolates for disease diagnosis, treatment, or surveillance.
• Ensure sections function under best laboratory practice and CLIA compliance.
• Oversee staff adherence to lab safety and security policies.
• Provide project oversight and leadership to the team.
• Mentor and develop staff, monitor performance, and provide feedback.

Skills

Team leadership

Project oversight

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Public health microbiology

Education

Master’s degree in molecular biology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

LIS

Job description

The State Hygienic Laboratory (Iowa’s Environmental and Public Health Laboratory), at the University of Iowa, has an exciting full-time opportunity for a Microbiology Supervisor, in the Coralville, Iowa facility. This position supervises the laboratory testing of clinical specimens or isolates, for the purpose of disease diagnosis and treatment or surveillance. Ensures assigned sections are functioning under best laboratory practice and in compliance with CLIA regulations. Ensures assigned staff adhere to all laboratory safety and security policies.

To meet CLIA regulations, an official transcript or a copy of an official transcript will be required prior to an offer of employment. (Applicants with degrees from foreign institutions must have the transcripts evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services http://www.naces.org/ and the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with that evaluation).

Work Schedule: M-F 8 a.m. -5 p.m., Holiday, Weekend, and on-call coverage is required.

Position Status: Regular

Work Modality: On-Site, In-Person

To learn more about the department visit https://shl.uiowa.edu/

About Pay and Compensation:
Pay Grade: 5A

Qualifications:

Education or Equivalency Required:
A master’s degree in molecular biology, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Required Qualifications:

• Five years of clinical or public health laboratory experience.
• Previous experience with clinical microbiology.
• Demonstrate at least one-year experience providing project oversight.
• Working experience with QA/QC and lab safety.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams.
• Demonstrate job-related experience with fostering a welcoming and respectful work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including excellent attention to details.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

• Certification as an MLS or MLT by ASCP or AMT.
• A master’s degree in Microbiology, or related field.
• Demonstrate at least one-year experience in test validation and quality control.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Demonstrated training or teaching experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, LIS, and preparation of fiscal and operational reports is desirable.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent ([e-mail])

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

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