This position is responsible for the following:
- The participation in the analyses of food samples for both pathogenic bacteria and indicator organisms by cultural, instrumental and molecular methods.
- The confirmation of bacterial isolates by cultural, biochemical and serological methods.
- The participation in the Unit’s Quality Assurance program and assisting and maintaining Quality Control (QC) records for the Unit.
- The participation in sample and data handling within the Unit.
Minimally qualified candidates must have each of the following:
- Experience in the identification of foodborne enteric pathogens
- Experience using quality assurance principles (aseptic techniques, etc.)
In addition, highly qualified candidates will also have one or more of following:
- Experience working with molecular screening related to foodborne pathogens
- Experience utilizing ISO 17025 standards in a workplace setting