Wastewater Epidemiology Research Coordinator

Socket.dev; Colorado; On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Louisville seeks a Research Coordinator V to support wastewater-based epidemiology efforts within the Envirome Institute/Microbiology and Immunology. The role involves coordinating lab tasks, weekly sample prep, and data analysis to detect pathogens for public health applications.

Ideal candidates will have a strong molecular biology background, experience in WBE, and familiarity with CDC workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years relevant research experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in molecular pathogen detection and wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE).
• Familiar with CDC compliant workflows and understanding of the National Wastewater Surveillance System.

Responsibilities

• Prepare environmental and/or laboratory samples for nucleic acid analysis on a regular weekly schedule.
• Use nucleic acid analyses, including reverse-transcription, qRT-PCR, amplicon sequencing, and other next-generation sequencing technologies/data processing to support wastewater-based epidemiology efforts.
• Use internal and external controls to monitor assay sensitivity and troubleshoot existing assays if needed.
• In conjunction with project leadership, develop new or alternative detection strategies for pathogens of interest using primary literature.
• Manage sample and resource inventories using laboratory inventory platforms.
• Assist in the preparation of data for reports, publication, and presentations.

Skills

Nucleic acid analysis

qRT-PCR

NGS data processing

Sample preparation

Data reporting

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

qRT-PCR instruments

Amplicon sequencing

Next-generation sequencing

Job description

University of Louisville seeks a Research Coordinator V to support wastewater-based epidemiology efforts within the Envirome Institute/Microbiology and Immunology. The role involves coordinating lab tasks, weekly sample prep, and data analysis to detect pathogens for public health applications.

Ideal candidates will have a strong molecular biology background, experience in WBE, and familiarity with CDC workflows.