Job Location: This position will be located at 101 N. Chesnut St. Jefferson City
Why you’ll love this position:The Laboratory Preparedness, Education, and Safety (LPES) Unit of the Missouri State Public Health Laboratory (MSPHL) is seeking a highly motivated and responsible individual to join our team! This professional position will spearhead the revitalization of the laboratory safety program, working closely with the LPES Unit Chief to develop and implement policies for risk mitigation and assessment, biosafety, and chemical hygiene. Additionally, the chosen candidate will have the opportunity to develop, facilitate and conduct technical training for both laboratory staff and our public health partners. The successful candidate will play a key role in laboratory outreach, actively engaging with MSPHL public health partners and DHSS supporting programs. The LPES Unit has diverse responsibilities within he MSPHL and offers a unique opportunity for the right individual to expand their skill set. If you are a driven individual looking to leverage your expertise and join a dynamic team, consider MSPHL as your next (and last) employer!
- Develop, implement, and assess laboratory safety procedures and protocols.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to ensure the safety of laboratory personnel.
- Work closely across all laboratory units to
- Actively participate in the MSPHL Safety Committee.
- Participate in the Federal Select Agent Program at MSPHL.
- Ensure MSPHL staff complete required annual training including bloodborne pathogens, spill cleanup, and use of biological safety cabinets.
- Develop and conduct training for laboratory staff related to chemical safety, biosafety, and other relevant safety training.
- Conduct Packaging and Shipping of Division 6.2 Infectious Substances and Rule Out/Refer of Agents of Bioterrorism training for MSPHL staff and clinical public health partners.
- Develop and conduct other relevant training content for external partners as needed/requested.
- Conduct site visits at clinical laboratories to assist in areas related to biosafety.
- Assist with the review/revision of SOPs and lab-wide documents maintained by the LPES Unit
- Backup the MOLRN Coordinator.
- Backup the LPES Unit Chief as the Safety Officer.
- Other duties as assigned to support LPES and the MSPHL.
Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Chemistry, Biology, Medical Laboratory Technology, natural sciences, or a closely related field; and 3 or more years of professional experience. (Substitutions may be allowed)
- Successfully pass a security risk assessment performed by the FBI for the Federal Select Agent Program.
- Advanced knowledge of general laboratory safety practices including chemical and biosafety protocols.
- Laboratory bench experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience and proficiency in public speaking and explaining complex subject matter.
- Experience developing and conducting technical training.
- Excellent time management and organization skills.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
- Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines.
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Experience writing and revising SOPs.
- Valid Missouri drivers license.
- Normal work hours are 8am-5pm Monday through Friday (flex time may be available) with occasional after hours and weekend work.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
