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
• Eligibility for federal/state loan forgiveness programs
• Tax-deferred savings programs
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Potential for hybrid work (up to two days from home)

About the Company

The NYC Public Health Laboratory (PHL) is one of the largest local public health laboratories in the United States, providing clinical and environmental laboratory testing services to safeguard the health of New York City residents.