Virology Lab Scientist — PCR, ELISA & QC

Science Technology Engineering And Mathematics; Kissimmee (FL); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry, is seeking a Biological Scientist I to perform laboratory testing in the Virology Section, including virus neutralization, fluorescent antibody testing, ELISA, and RT-qPCR assays. The role requires technical judgment, independence, and accuracy in maintaining records and developing procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing reagents and documentation, cross-training in multiple laboratory sections, and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in biological, physical, natural, or agricultural sciences.
• Valid Class E driver license.
• Ability to pass pulmonary function test and fit-testing for respirator use.
• Competence in analytical laboratory techniques and quality control procedures.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and cross-train in multiple laboratory sections.

Aufgaben

• Perform laboratory testing in the Virology Section including virus neutralization, fluorescent antibody testing, ELISA, and RT-qPCR assays.
• Maintain cell cultures and quality control records.
• Prepare reagents and laboratory documentation.
• Assist with development of standard operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Analyze clinical samples with technical judgment and independence.

Kenntnisse

Laboratory techniques

Quality control

Lab records management

Cross-training

Driver's license

Respirator fit-testing

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in biological/natural/agricultural sciences

Jobbeschreibung

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry, is seeking a Biological Scientist I to perform laboratory testing in the Virology Section, including virus neutralization, fluorescent antibody testing, ELISA, and RT-qPCR assays. The role requires technical judgment, independence, and accuracy in maintaining records and developing procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing reagents and documentation, cross-training in multiple laboratory sections, and