Tarrant County College

MICROBIOLOGIST II - LAB SERVICES - Public Health

FORT WORTH, TXPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Tarrant County College

  • Job overview

    The Microbiologist II position at Tarrant County College provides laboratory services focused on diagnostic testing for STIs, including supervision and quality assurance in the Clinical Laboratory Section.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves performing microbiological testing, supervising microbiologists, ensuring quality control, maintaining supplies, handling customer communications, participating in proficiency testing, updating SOPs, training staff, and supporting LIMS configuration and operations.

  • Compensation and benefits

    Tarrant County employees receive superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits, including 13 paid holidays, wellness programs, and participation in the Texas County & District Retirement System with additional retirement savings options.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a Master's degree with 3 years or Bachelor's degree with 5 years of microbiology-related lab experience, a Class C Texas driver's license, and familiarity with CLIA regulations; certifications like MLS, MLT, or MB, ASCP are preferred along with knowledge of microbiology, immunology, and molecular biology techniques.

  • Career development

    Opportunities include continuing education, training roles, and involvement in improving lab methods and LIMS system enhancements, supporting professional growth within the public health laboratory environment.

  • Work environment and culture

    The work environment involves exposure to infectious agents and chemicals, emphasizing safety and teamwork in a public health setting with a focus on quality and regulatory compliance.

  • Company information

    Tarrant County College operates the North Texas Regional Laboratory providing public health laboratory services with a focus on diagnostic testing for STIs and other microbiological analyses.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will work under the responsible laboratory coordinator and supervise microbiologists within the Clinical Laboratory Section, collaborating closely with other lab staff and IT for LIMS support.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in North Texas at the Tarrant County Public Health laboratory with requirements for a Texas driver's license and occasional physical demands including lifting and exposure to lab hazards.

  • Application process

    Applicants must complete the work history and education sections fully, provide proof of educational attainment during onboarding, and undergo background checks including criminal, credit, and employment verification.

  • Unique job features

    This role uniquely combines technical supervisory duties with hands-on diagnostic testing and LIMS system expertise in a public health laboratory environment focused on STIs.

Company overview

Tarrant County College (TCC) is a public community college in Tarrant County, Texas, offering a wide range of associate degrees, certificates, and continuing education programs. Established in 1965, TCC serves over 100,000 students annually across its multiple campuses and online platforms. The college generates revenue through tuition fees, state funding, and grants, focusing on affordability and accessibility. TCC is known for its strong partnerships with local businesses and universities, providing students with ample opportunities for transfer and employment.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience and qualifications in microbiology, especially in diagnostic testing related to STIs, including HIV/Syphilis serology, immunology, and molecular assays, highlighting any CLIA Technical Supervisor roles or equivalent certifications such as MLS, MLT, or MB, ASCP-certified or similar.

  • Highlight your knowledge and experience with quality control, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance (CLIA, CDC, OSHA, HIPAA), as well as your ability to supervise laboratory personnel and manage lab operations, including proficiency testing and equipment maintenance.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including Tarrant County College’s official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s reach and visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with current microbiologists or laboratory coordinators within Tarrant County College’s Public Health division; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent public health initiatives, asking about their experience with the North Texas Regional Laboratory, or inquiring about key qualities for success in this role.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'STI diagnostic testing,' 'CLIA Technical Supervisor,' 'quality assurance,' 'molecular assays,' 'laboratory supervision,' and specific certifications to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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