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Working Title: Laboratory Scientist 3

Job Class: Laboratory Scientist 3

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID : 77718

• 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 07/03/2024.

• Date Posted : 06/26/2024

• Closing Date : 07/09/2024

• Hiring Agency : Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)

• Division/Unit : Public Health Laboratory Division

• Work Shift/Work Hours : 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $29.47 - $43.51 / hourly; $61,533 - $90,848 / 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 3.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Lead the coordination of the core extraction area.

• Support the daily activities of the core extraction area to prepare samples for downstream molecular assays and to support research activities.

• Serve as the section resource and provide technical expertise for nucleic acid extraction performed in the core.

• Participate in the MDH-PHL IDL quality assurance program.

• Ensure that records and information is available to support effective decisions, meet legal and regulatory data calls, document official business, and pass on custodianship when appropriate.

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 three (3) years of experience in the following areas:

• Core extraction 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

• Considerable knowledge and experience with molecular methods for detection of pathogens.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles of molecular biology and microbiology.

• Knowledge of and experience with next generation sequencing.

• Four (4) years of molecular experience within a clinical/diagnostic laboratory regulatory environment.

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.