Microbiologist 1

Microbiologist 1 Washington State University, United States about 8 hours ago

Location:

Pullman, WASHINGTON

Job Type:

FullTime Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: May 24, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 515J-YN_CS_NPS - Microbiologist 1

Business Title:

Microbiologist 1

Employee Type:

Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring for a Microbiologist 1 within the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (WADDL). Under general supervision, you will perform standardized diagnostic assays in serology, virology, and prion disease testing. You will accurately record test results, maintain detailed laboratory records, and ensure compliance with quality control standards. You will assist with laboratory equipment upkeep, SOP maintenance, reagent preparation, and cell culture cultivation. You will support the safe decontamination and disposal of biohazardous laboratory waste and assist with pre‑analytical processing of specimens submitted for serologic, virologic, and prion disease assays. You are expected to understand and meet eligibility requirements for working in BSL‑2 and BSL‑3 laboratory environments and to follow all applicable safety guidelines.

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary:

$4,542 to $6,107 | Range 50 | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with

WAC 357-28

. In accordance with

RCW 49.58.110

, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits:

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation .

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, biochemistry, zoology, or a related science OR Equivalent education/experience. Ability to work occasional overtime on weekdays and weekends. Must meet eligibility requirements for working in a Biosafety Level-2 (BSL-2) and Biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) environment. See the following link . cdc.gov/training/QuickLearns/biosafety/

Preferred Qualifications:

Education to include at least 10 semester credit hours or 15 quarter credit hours in microbiology. Experience handling biological specimens using sterile techniques. Experience in working in a diagnostic microbiology laboratory or similar setting. Experience working with zoonotic agents in appropriate safety levels. Knowledge of infectious diseases. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Have, or obtain within 6 months of hire, a rabies vaccine. Experience in a medical, healthcare, and/or veterinary laboratory setting.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship About College Campus - College of Veterinary Medicine | Washington State University

Area/College:

College of Veterinary Medicine

Department Name:

Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (WADDL)

Location:

Pullman

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter External candidates, upload all documents in the "Application Document" section of your application. Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday . Internal candidates, upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday. ground

Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by

RCW 74.34

, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to , including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact

Human Resource Services:

509-335-4521 (v),

Washington State TDD Relay Service:

Voice Callers:

1-800-833-6384;

TDD Callers:

1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrswsu . Notice of Non-Discrimination In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU's Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: ccr.wsu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/