What are the responsibilities and job description for the Molecular Virology Technologist II position at State of North Carolina?
The Recruitment Range For This Position Is $59,732 - $60,771
The Molecular Virology Technologist II position provides specialized laboratory services in the Virology/Serology Unit of the NC State Laboratory of Public Health (NCSLPH). This role involves performing a broad range of advanced molecular-based diagnostic and surveillance testing for viral pathogens, with an emphasis on respiratory and vaccine-preventable diseases. Procedures include real-time PCR and other advanced molecular detection techniques executed in compliance with CLIA regulations and internal quality assurance standards.
This position supports public health operations through the timely detection and characterization of infectious disease agents, contributing to statewide surveillance, outbreak investigations, and public health decision-making. The role includes technical leadership responsibilities such as mentoring laboratory staff and participating in the evaluation and implementation of new methods and instrumentation.
Key Duties Include:
Perform clinical and surveillance testing on viral pathogens
Operate a range of instrumentation for advanced molecular diagnostics including real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR ) platforms
Analyze, review, and report test results in accordance with QA protocols and LIMS
Conduct quality control procedures and participate in instrument maintenance per manufacturer and lab protocol
Perform validation and verification of test methods and related equipment
Provide cross-training and technical instruction to laboratory staff and trainees.
Participate in emergency response efforts including surge testing and lab operations support.
Maintain laboratory cleanliness and ensure proper inventory of reagents and supplies.
Adhere to biosafety standards and proper use of personal protective equipment in BSL-2 /BSL-3 conditions.
Assist with staff competency assessments and proficiency testing.
About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
About the NC Division of Public Health:
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.
Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits: https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits.
For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants that possess the following skills are preferred:
Experience working in a regulated laboratory performing testing on clinical specimens
Demonstrated experience performing laboratory assays
Proven experience conducting instrument quality control and maintenance in accordance with manufacturer protocols and lab guidelines
Applied experience working with potentially infectious biological materials while following biosafety procedures
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology, chemistry or a biological science from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in a medical laboratory in the assigned areaOR
Associate's degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of medical laboratory experience
OR
Completion of a certified laboratory assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of medical laboratory experience
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Physical Requirements
An occupational medical assessment will be required to determine your ability to safely work with biological, chemical, or radiological hazards. This position may also require periodic medical screenings to confirm safety practices are effectively preventing occupational injury or illness. All costs associated with obtaining occupational health services are covered by NCSLPH.
- Works frequently with infectious disease agents that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as a respirator
- Uses laboratory equipment requiring ability to manipulate items with fingers, ability to grasp, and ability to feel/perceive the attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date of graduation, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework:
- Must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript.
- Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution
- The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
- For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.
Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click "Application Status".
If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
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Salary : $59,732 - $98,557
