Microbiologist

Microbiologist

Indianapolis, IN 46202

6-month Contract with possibility to extension

Microbiologist Enteric & NGS Lab.

Purpose of Position/Summary:

Incumbent is responsible for coordinating and performing the full range of microbiological examinations and analyses including culture, biochemical tests, EIA, serotyping, PCR, and WGS of clinical specimens for isolation and identification of enteric bacteria including but not limited to Salmonella, E.coli, Shigella, Vibrio, Listeria and Campylobacter. Incumbent will also be responsible for the documentation of all quality control and quality assurance activities according to CLIA regulations. In addition, this position may cross-train in other areas of the lab that may include molecular, microbiological, viral, serological, and other techniques to support routine testing and provide backup capacity.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Science, preferably biology.
• Must have 2 years of lab experience.
• Experience in a Molecular Biology lab is preference