Senior Microbiologist II: Poxvirus & Diagnostic Research

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Microbiologist II to conduct virology-focused research, including pathogenesis and diagnostic assay development. The role involves in-vitro work, nucleic acid extraction, real-time PCR, tissue culture, and handling poxvirus-related studies in BSL-2/BSL-3 facilities.

Responsibilities include training staff, maintaining records, and communicating findings in meetings and publications.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of virology, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, and related lab methods.
• Experience with nucleic acid extraction, real-time PCR, tissue culture, and serological/immunological assays.
• Lab work in BSL-2 and/or BSL-3 environments with biosafety procedures.
• Ability to propagate and maintain viruses and manage cell lines and reagents.
• Experience developing/validating molecular diagnostic assays and study protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic in-vitro work including nucleic acid extractions, real-time PCR, tissue culture, and serological assays in BSL-2/BSL-3 settings.
• Lead or participate in in-vitro studies in BSL-2/BSL-3 laboratories and animal studies.
• Develop, validate, and improve diagnostic assays and related components.
• Train laboratory staff and external researchers in diagnostic and research assays.
• Maintain thorough laboratory records and publish-ready results.

Skills

Virology knowledge

Molecular biology techniques

Real-time PCR

Tissue culture

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Microbiologist II to conduct virology-focused research, including pathogenesis and diagnostic assay development. The role involves in-vitro work, nucleic acid extraction, real-time PCR, tissue culture, and handling poxvirus-related studies in BSL-2/BSL-3 facilities.

Responsibilities include training staff, maintaining records, and communicating findings in meetings and publications.