Microbiologist ; PCN

Overview

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check the residency definition to determine if you qualify. This position is being recruited for in Anchorage. Pay will be determined based on the level of the selected individual. Microbiologist 1 (Range 14) salary: $26.66;
Microbiologist 2 (Range 16) salary: $30.62.

The Environmental Health Lab (EHL) is recruiting for a Microbiologist 1 or 2 to perform analytical testing in the biology section to produce high quality, legally defensible data and maintain individual and organizational certifications and accreditations. This role operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities, requiring strong organizational and self-management skills. Activities may include preparations, quality checks, testing, peer review, SOP/document reviews and updates, training, decontamination, mouse husbandry, cleaning, media, data entry and review, internal and external audits, and more.

DEC’s mission is to conserve, improve, and protect Alaska’s natural resources and environment to enhance the health, safety, economic, and social well-being of Alaskans. This position supports DEC’s mission by producing legally defensible data to protect our environment and public health, including ensuring safe food and drinking water to Alaskans. The Microbiologist will join a team of microbiologists and lab technicians to produce high quality, timely, and legally defensible data by performing regulatory testing on food, shellfish, finfish, waters, soils, and more to ensure the health and safety of consumers in Alaska and worldwide, support commercial industries, and overall environmental health.

The benefits of joining our team include opportunities for training, a supportive work environment, and work that impacts lives and livelihoods. The team emphasizes accountability, continuous improvement, and ensuring public and environmental health. The EHL is located in its own building in Anchorage with easy, free parking, access to transit, nearby parks and trails, and facilities for biking, running, or walking during breaks.

• Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands in a changing environment.
• Reasoning: identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts or data; analyzes information and draws correct conclusions.
• Interpersonal skills: communicates with courtesy and empathy and maintains effective working relationships across diverse groups.
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic approach to address problems, drawing on knowledge and resources as needed.
• Quality Assurance: knowledge of quality assurance and quality control principles and tools to ensure products meet standards.

Special Notice: This position requires performing a terminal bioassay on live mice and participation in weekend/holiday rotation for mouse care. It may involve exposure to pathogenic organisms, allergens, dead animals, live animals, and corrosive chemicals; use of PPE is required.

• Valid Alaska Driver’s License is required.
• Please email the hiring manager to request the Position Description.

Microbiologist 1 (Range 14): Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college in microbiology, medical technology, a laboratory science, a biological science, chemistry, or a closely related field. Some positions require immunization against infectious diseases.

Microbiologist 2 (Range 16): Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college in microbiology, medical technology, a laboratory science, a biological science, chemistry, or a closely related field, and two years of professional experience performing microbiological tests as a Microbiologist 1 with the State of Alaska or equivalent elsewhere. Some positions require immunization against infectious diseases.

• Documents at time of application: to demonstrate required education, attach transcripts (unofficial is…