Associate Laboratory Microbiologist

Responsibilities

• Perform high and moderate complexity laboratory testing on clinical and environmental specimens
• Use manual and automated methods within BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories
• Assist lab supervisors with routine operations and administrative tasks
• Generate reports, maintain records, and perform data entry using Laboratory Information Systems
• Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment using inventory tracking systems
• Support quality control and quality assurance programs
• Monitor biosafety and infection control programs

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in medical technology or chemical, physical, or biological sciences
• One year of laboratory experience at the technologist level
• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist License or eligibility
• Specific credit requirements in chemistry and biology as per NYS Education Law

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical or environmental diagnostic testing laboratory

Benefits

• Premium-free health insurance plan
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan
• Federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance eligibility
• Tax-deferred savings programs
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Hybrid work flexibility (up to two days from home depending on position)

About the Company

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC.