Microbiologist - Heluna Health

1 week ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Heluna Health Full time
Job Title: Microbiologist

Heluna Health is seeking a highly skilled Microbiologist to join our team in a laboratory setting. As a Microbiologist, you will be responsible for performing duties to support multiple surveillance projects conducted by the California Emerging Infections Program (CEIP).

Key Responsibilities:
  • Specimen receipt and data entry for Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), including preparing specimen for storage and shipment, specimen shipping, maintaining culture collection.
  • Preparation and quality control testing of media and reagents.
  • Maintenance of laboratory equipment.
  • Autoclaves, disinfects, and disposes of contaminated materials and infectious agents.
  • Culture and identification of bacterial pathogens for non-diagnostic applications using conventional and molecular techniques.
  • Preparation of test reports, result summaries and other relevant documents, including reporting of relevant results and communications with internal and external partners.
  • Maintains inventories and accurate records of laboratory supplies and bacterial isolates.
  • Assists in the preparation of purchase requests and order tracking.
  • Participation in seminars and other scientific meetings as requested.
Requirements:
  • At least six months' experience working with microbial pathogens in an industry or clinical or public health microbiology laboratory setting.
  • Knowledge of sterile technique and universal precautions for working with bacterial pathogens.
  • At least one year experience of computer skills using Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, email.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to varied work settings.
  • Ability to complete projects in a timely manner.
  • Ability to work effectively with a team of diverse individuals.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail.
Education/Experience:
  • Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with course work in chemistry, microbiology, medical microbiology and molecular biology is required.
  • Possession of a current Public Health Microbiologist Certificate is preferred.
Work Environment:

Laboratory setting, indoor and airflow and temperature controlled.

EEOC Statement:

Heluna Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.


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