Job Information
State of Minnesota Laboratory Scientist 2 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Laboratory Scientist 2
Job Class: Laboratory Scientist 2
Agency: Health Department
Job ID : 77711
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. Open to bidders through 06/26/2024.
Date Posted : 06/19/2024
Closing Date : 07/03/2024
Hiring Agency : Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
Division/Unit : Public Health Lab Division
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Minnesota Department of Health is seeking a Laboratory Scientist 2.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
Serve as a training lead in preparation of culture media and reagents.
Manage media inventory and order media supplies.
Oversee QC performance on prepared media.
Perform media/reagent preparation, glassware cleaning and preparation, decontaminating and disposing of lab waste, care of animals, and media QC and bacterial setups.
Participate in equipment and laboratory room preventive maintenance
Minimum Qualifications
A related associate degree may be substituted for six (6) months of experience. A related bachelor's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. A related master's degree may be substituted for one and a half (1.5) years of experience. A related doctorate degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience. To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Must have at least two (2) years of experience in the following areas:
- Microbiological testing experience in a public health, hospital-based, clinical-based, or academic laboratory setting.
Additional minimum qualifications to be assessed during the interview:
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate in a clear, concise, effective manner.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a CLIA or CAP accredited laboratory.
Ability to effectively plan, assign, and direct work.
Ability to set priorities and act accordingly.
Experience with Excel spreadsheets, data organization and analysis, pivot tables, sorting, and formulas.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions and standard operating procedures.
Ability to react and adapt to change.
Ability to be innovative and recommend and implement alternatives.
Physical Requirements
Occasional transportation of packages up to 20 pounds.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.