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Molecular Diagnostic Specialist
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Alabama Department of Health
Prattville, AL (In Person)
$92,595 Salary, Full-Time
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Molecular Diagnostic Specialist Alabama Department of Health - 3.5 Prattville, AL Job Details Full-time $69,012.00 - $116,179.20 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Biology Biochemistry Microbiology Bachelor's degree Doctor of Philosophy Medical laboratory work Quality audits Full Job Description Job Summary The Molecular Diagnostic Specialist is a permanent, full-time position with the Alabama Department of Public Health or the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries. Positions are statewide, in various locations throughout Alabama. This is highly professional and scientific work in diagnosing complex, emerging and new animal and human diseases utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and procedures. Responsibilities Plan, develop, and direct the work of molecular diagnostic testing Review/recommend new methodologies Serve as a technical consultant for BCL regarding molecular testing Consult with international, national, federal, and state experts regarding protocols & procedures, equipment, and opinions for implementation and purchasing decisions Diagnose complex human diseases using molecular analysis Maintain skills, knowledge, and proficiency to remain competent in testing Coordinate and implement verification, establishment, and comparison studies Compile, interpret, and organize technical data Prepare and review procedure manuals Document, review, and evaluate quality control, quality assurance & proficiency tests Supervise employees and give feedback to managers/supervisors Participate in the interview process to hire qualified candidates for testing Qualifications Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related field 3 years of complex lab experience in testing or research The Alabama Department of Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). The Alabama Department of Public Health and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. The Alabama Department of Public Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.