clinical laboratory scientist Kanawha, WV
Job description
2 VACANCIES
Position One:
This is an entry level position in the Environmental Chemistry Section. The duties for this position include performing standardized quantitative chemical analysis of drinking water as assigned by the Section Supervisor using gas chromatograph/mass spectrometry, flame atomic absorption, inductively-coupled plasma emission, ion chromatography, and selective ion electrode instrumentation. This position conducts a variety of laboratory tests and analyses according to standard operating procedures, safely and effectively operates and maintains scientific instruments, performs quality control and quality assessment procedures, maintains stock chemicals and consumables, and interprets data under close supervision.
Positions Two:
Under direct supervision, performs the entry level clinical laboratory testing in the Diagnostic Immunology Section of the Office of Laboratory Services. Performs testing for detection of Hepatitis, HIV, Syphilis and various other STI and infections disease testing such as SARS-CoV2 molecular public health testing. Supports pandemic and other clinical and Epidemiological surveillance program directives. Performs clinical laboratory testing on a daily basis. Utilizes highly complex instrumentation and equipment.
One person will be hired in each section.
IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.
ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: [email protected] or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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Training: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a biological, microbiological, chemical, or environmental science, medical technology, molecular biology, forensic science or related field.
Special Requirement: For positions which involve processing and analysis of human specimens and/or the generation or interpretation of laboratory results that may be used in the diagnosis or treatment of a disease or condition in humans, the incumbent must have or be eligible for licensure as a WV Clinical Laboratory Practitioner as required by 64 C.S.R.§57.
**DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION***
Special Hiring Rates:
- $45,052.80 - Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health, Office of Laboratory Services
About State of West Virginia
CEO: James C. Justice
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Government
Website: www.wv.gov
