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Position Information
Requisition Number
S3478P
Home Org Name
Pathobiology
Division Name
College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title
Diagnostic Microbiologist
Job Class Code
IA04 (A, B)
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking candidates for a Diagnostic Microbiologist I/II within the Department of Pathobiology. The primary responsibility of the position is to process clinical samples submitted to the Bacteriology/Mycology diagnostic service laboratory in the department and report diagnostic findings.
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Essential Functions
Essential functions include but are not limited to:
- Process clinical samples and report diagnostic findings.
- Oversee the specimen submissions.
- Oversee laboratory materials and inventory.
- Assist in research projects related to veterinary microbiology.
- Provides oversight of student employees.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Level I – Bachelor’s degree in Degree in Microbiology, or related Science and no experience.
Level II - Bachelor’s degree in Degree in Microbiology, or related Science and 2 years experience working with bacterial and fungal organisms.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Level I – Bachelor’s degree in Degree in Microbiology, or related Science and no experience.
Level II - Bachelor’s degree in Degree in Microbiology, or related Science and 2 years experience working with bacterial and fungal organisms.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
$34,500 - $56,900
Job Category
Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:
Auburn
State position is located:
Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
03/12/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
