Agricultural Microbiologist II (Temporary)
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Job Location:
Wake County, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Agency
Office of State Human ResourcesDivision
Temporary SolutionsJob Classification Title
Microbiologist II (S)Position Number
Grade
NC18About Us
To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation responsible oversight and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset OUR EMPLOYEES.
Description of Work
This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit .employment information.
Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.
Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governors Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agencys culture process procedures and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.
This temporary position is with NC Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Services Food & Drug Protection located at 4400 Reedy Creek Road Raleigh NC Wake County.
Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $32.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).
The Food & Drug Protection Division (FDPD) Microbiology Laboratory performs microbiological analyses of food meat poultry feed and environmental samples using cultural techniques enzyme-linked fluorescence assays (ELFA) real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) automated and manual biochemical tests matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization with time of flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF) whole genome sequencing (WGS) and serological methods. Through these methods the FDPD Microbiology Laboratory detects characterizes identifies and enumerates pathogenic bacteria and other microorganisms indicative of unacceptable quality.
The selected candidates primary functions are:
1) Performing microbiological analysis of food feed meat and poultry samples using traditional and molecular microbiological techniques
2) Organizing and performing method validation or verification analyses
3) Performing quality assurance quality control and laboratory support tasks to maintain laboratory readiness
4) Performing testing and support tasks per the laboratorys Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO 17025 requirements
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Effective July 1 2025 candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.
- Experience with at least one of the following: cultural bacterial identification; serology; immunoassays; ELFA; PCR; LAMP; MALDI-TOF; or whole genome sequencing (WGS).
- Ability to independently and accurately perform standardized and non-standardized complex tests under stringent time restrictions and accurately document work.
- Ability to work with pathogens including Salmonella Listeria monocytogenes E. coli O157:H7 Cyclospora cayetanensis and Staphylococcus aureus.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively.
- Ability to apply organizational skills and high level of attention to detail.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelors degree in microbiology food science or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of microbiological analytical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.
Recruiter:
Janice Scott KearneyRecruiter Email:
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Aseptic Technique
- Virology
- Clinical Laboratory Experience
- FDA Regulations
- Laboratory Procedures
- PCR
- Microbiology
- Quality Control
- GLP
- cGMP
- Laboratory Information Management Systems
