Virology Scientist III – Clinical Lab & QA

Florida; Jacksonville (FL); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Florida Department of Health is seeking an OPS Biological Scientist III in Jacksonville to perform clinical molecular and serology testing in the Virology department. You will prepare complex assays, reagents, and media, ensuring QA/QC and accurate reporting of results.

Incumbent will handle accessioning, analyze results, and may assist during outbreaks with additional testing as needed. Strong independence, organization, and regulatory compliance skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of terminology, principles and techniques used in analysis and testing.
• Knowledge of procedures, techniques & equipment used in lab testing and analysis.
• Skill in the use of lab equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Aufgaben

• Performs clinical molecular and serology testing in the Virology department.
• Prepares, processes, and performs highly complex assays on submitted clinical and animal specimens.
• Prepares stock reagents, moderately and highly complex reagents, and media for use in virology procedures.
• Performs quality assurance procedures and quality control testing.
• Accessions submitted specimens and assigns laboratory numbers; monitors specimen quality.
• Analyzes and reports test results.
• Performs related duties as required.

Kenntnisse

Lab testing knowledge

Lab equipment use

Communication skills

Independent work

Organization skills

Regulatory compliance

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science

AS/BS in Medical Technology or Biological Science

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Jobbeschreibung

The Florida Department of Health is seeking an OPS Biological Scientist III in Jacksonville to perform clinical molecular and serology testing in the Virology department. You will prepare complex assays, reagents, and media, ensuring QA/QC and accurate reporting of results.

Incumbent will handle accessioning, analyze results, and may assist during outbreaks with additional testing as needed. Strong independence, organization, and regulatory compliance skills are essential.