VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT
The Department of Health has a career opportunity for qualified candidates for
the following position:
Title
Research Scientist 3 Microbiology
[Special Services (Hourly)]
Posting Number
67-15
Position Number
804616
Salary
$33.24/hr - $37.91/hr (14 months)
Number of Positions
1
Posting Period *
From: 5/06/15
To: 5/20/15
Location:
Scope of Eligibility/Open to:
New Jersey Department of Health, Public Health and Environmental
Applicants who Meet the Requirements
Laboratories, Public Health Laboratory Services
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The RS-3 scientist will isolate, identify, confirm, and characterize bioterrorism (BT) agents and/or other disease outbreak
pathogens in clinical specimens, and environmental & food samples. These laboratory procedures must be conducted in
strict adherence to the select agent regulation 42 CFR Part 73 and the CLIA regulation. The incumbent will conduct
research, procure extramural funding and publish peer-reviewed articles. Additionally, the RS-3 will investigate, analyze,
develop, validate, and implement molecular detection tests for the identification of disease outbreak pathogens that
pose a public health threat and/or emergency. The laboratorian will provide training to PHEL staff in LRN confirmatory
procedures and rapid screening methods. Furthermore, the incumbent will ensure operational status of advanced,
automated instrumentation, such as the Pyrosequencer, Ion Torrent Next Generation (DNA) Sequencer and nucleic acids
isolation workstations. Additionally, the RS-3 will be responsible for maintaining an adequate inventory of consumable
materials and reagents, and maintain Chain-of-Custody (COC) mandates concerning accession, analyses, and reporting
results on samples tested. The incumbent will participate in the housekeeping, rotating schedules for the BSL-3
laboratory and provide contingency and surge capacity for the Public Health Laboratory.
Experience in a clinical microbiology, molecular biology or public health laboratory preferred. Experience with Biosafety
Level-3 containment practices and agents of bioterrorism or other high-consequence pathogens is desired. Also,
experience with Pyrosequencing and/or Next Generation (DNA) Sequencing platforms is desired.
REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / LICENSES)
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master of Science degree in microbiology or
other appropriate biological discipline.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in microbiological analysis or research.
NOTE: A Doctorate in a microbiological discipline may be substituted for the experience indicated above.
OR
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology or other
appropriate biological discipline.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in microbiological analysis or research AND one (1) year of experience in
the operation of high pressure liquid chromatography, flow cytometry, or other appropriate laboratory instruments.
FILING INSTRUCTIONS
Forward your cover letter, resume and application for
You can reply to this posting by emailing your cover letter,
employment** to:
resume and application for employment to:
Ann Marie Kopczynski, Personnel Assistant 1
PSTLABS@doh.state.nj.us
Human Resources Services
* Resumes received after the closing date MAY be considered if
Reference Posting #67-15
the position is not filled.
New Jersey Department of Health
** NOTE: You can access the State of New Jersey Application
PO Box 360
for Employment at: www.nj.gov/health/forms/dpf-663.pdf
Trenton, NJ 08625-0360
 Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting.
 In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to
complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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 In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, the "New Jersey First Act", all employees must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless
exempted under the law. If you do not live in New Jersey, you have one year after you begin employment to relocate your
residence to New Jersey.
 The New Jersey Department of Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.