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Washington State University
Puyallup, WA; AVIAN HEALTH LAB - PUYALLUP
Source: Washington State University careers · View original posting
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Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
October 4, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
515K-YN_CS_NPS - Microbiologist 2
Microbiologist 2
Classified
In this role, you will perform accurate and timely testing across multiple microbiological sub-disciplines, including microbiology (bacteriology, mycology), immunodiagnostics/serology, and molecular diagnostics (PCR), supporting client-centric avian health and food safety surveillance and diagnostic testing. You will be responsible for sample processing, assay execution, troubleshooting, laboratory quality assurance/quality control, test reporting, and participation in assay development.
Your work will contribute to the delivery of reliable diagnostic services while maintaining high standards of laboratory performance. To be successful in this position, you must be eligible to work within and have an understanding of BSL-2 laboratory safety guidelines and the associated laboratory work environment.
This is a fulltime (100 % FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.
Monthly Salary: $5,111 to $6,870 | Range 54 | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28 .
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation .
A Bachelor’s degree with a major in microbiology or a major in another laboratory science provided that at least 20 semester or 30 quarter credit hours in microbiology are included AND two years of professional experience in a microbiology laboratory. A Master’s degree in one of the aforementioned fields may be substituted for one year of experience. A Ph.D. degree in one of the aforementioned fields may be substituted for two years of experience OR Equivalent education/experience.
Ability to work Monday through Friday.
Ability to work rotating Holidays and weekends as necessary.
Ability to work flexible schedule, if necessary.
Must not have routine exposure to avian species, including pet birds, or frequent poultry farm visits, due to biosafety regulations/policy/concerns.
Physical eligibility required for working in a BSL -2 environment. See the following link for more information: Biosafety/Biocontainment Plan Guidance: Provision Requirements | Compliance | Federal Select Agent Program
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