Senior Microbiologist - Diagnostic Virology & Immunology

Goldbelt Professional Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Microbiologist III to perform virus diagnostic testing and studies involving immune responses to vaccination and viral pathogens. The role includes conducting assays, maintaining records, and collaborating on international research activities.

Responsibilities include training staff, developing and validating diagnostic methods, and handling work in BSL-2/BSL-3 settings with emphasis on data integrity and scientific publication preparation.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, virology, immunology, molecular biology or related field.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience; ability to obtain CDC Public Trust clearance.
• Preferred: Master’s degree and 3-5 years in viral diagnostics, immunology or infectious disease research.

Responsibilities

• Perform virus diagnostic testing and immunology-based assays.
• Contribute to assay development, optimization and validation.
• Train other laboratory personnel in diagnostic assays.
• Participate in international research activities and event coordination.
• Lead and participate in animal studies and work in BSL-2/BSL-3 environments.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and prepare manuscripts/reports.

Skills

Virology knowledge

Immunology knowledge

Molecular biology techniques

Diagnostics assays experience

Laboratory data management

Technical writing

Training laboratory staff

BSL-2/BSL-3 operations

Animal study experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology/virology/immunology

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Microbiologist III to perform virus diagnostic testing and studies involving immune responses to vaccination and viral pathogens. The role includes conducting assays, maintaining records, and collaborating on international research activities.

Responsibilities include training staff, developing and validating diagnostic methods, and handling work in BSL-2/BSL-3 settings with emphasis on data integrity and scientific publication preparation.