County of San Diego
Epidemiologist II-Molecular Scientist-24417306MS
County of San Diego, Los Angeles, California, United States,
The County of San Diego's Health and Human Services Agency is currently accepting applications forEPIDEMIOLOGIST II - Molecular Scientist .
Interviews and job offers for selected candidates will take place beginning the week of July 22, 2024.This position is eligible for appointment at step 5, $115,336.00 annually.May be eligible for relocation allowance up to $8,000.The County of San Diego Public Health Laboratory is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Epidemiologist with specialization in Molecular Science. This position supports the public health laboratory’s next-generation sequencing program. This includes generation of target genetic sequences, amplicon qualification and quantitation, DNA/RNA library preparation and generation of sequence data using nucleic acid sequencing instrumentation and reagents.The ideal candidate must be able to work in a complex environment with professionals in public health, laboratory staff, epidemiology, and information technology; be proficient in next-generation sequencing technology, molecular sequencing, molecular testing techniques which include PCR and ddPCR, and use of bioinformatics data for disease investigations; be skilled at documentation with a strong attention to detail and communicate complex technical information to a wide range of non-technical audiences or constituencies. Additionally, a quality candidate will have knowledge of the following technical proficiencies:Molecular ScientistKnowledge in the field of microbiology, molecular biology, molecular chemistry, and microbial population genetics.Experience with research and development of assays and troubleshooting.Public health reporting, information system standards, and public health data.Principles and practices of epidemiology, and methods of collecting, compiling, and analyzing statistical and other research data.Informatics skills necessary to analyze and visualize whole genome sequencing data for the evaluation of phylogenetic relatedness, genotypic markers, and other actionable public health information.Familiarity with the following instruments or techniques: MiSeq/NextSeq - Thermal Cyclers - Centrifuges - TapeStation - SpectraMax - Pipettes - Liquid Handling Robots - Automated RNA/DNA extraction equipment (e.g. Qiacube) - Qubit Fluorometer - ddPCR.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSTwo (2) years of experience as an Epidemiologist I in the County of San Diego; OR,A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in public health with specialization in epidemiology, bio-statistics, or a related field, AND, two (2) years of professional epidemiology experience.Note:
A Ph.D. in epidemiology, public health, life science or a closely related field from an accredited U.S. college or university is highly desirable.As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.EVALUATION PROCESSThe names of qualified applicants will be placed on a
six (6) month
employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental application. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.Note:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of a job, on a case-by-case basis.The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
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Interviews and job offers for selected candidates will take place beginning the week of July 22, 2024.This position is eligible for appointment at step 5, $115,336.00 annually.May be eligible for relocation allowance up to $8,000.The County of San Diego Public Health Laboratory is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Epidemiologist with specialization in Molecular Science. This position supports the public health laboratory’s next-generation sequencing program. This includes generation of target genetic sequences, amplicon qualification and quantitation, DNA/RNA library preparation and generation of sequence data using nucleic acid sequencing instrumentation and reagents.The ideal candidate must be able to work in a complex environment with professionals in public health, laboratory staff, epidemiology, and information technology; be proficient in next-generation sequencing technology, molecular sequencing, molecular testing techniques which include PCR and ddPCR, and use of bioinformatics data for disease investigations; be skilled at documentation with a strong attention to detail and communicate complex technical information to a wide range of non-technical audiences or constituencies. Additionally, a quality candidate will have knowledge of the following technical proficiencies:Molecular ScientistKnowledge in the field of microbiology, molecular biology, molecular chemistry, and microbial population genetics.Experience with research and development of assays and troubleshooting.Public health reporting, information system standards, and public health data.Principles and practices of epidemiology, and methods of collecting, compiling, and analyzing statistical and other research data.Informatics skills necessary to analyze and visualize whole genome sequencing data for the evaluation of phylogenetic relatedness, genotypic markers, and other actionable public health information.Familiarity with the following instruments or techniques: MiSeq/NextSeq - Thermal Cyclers - Centrifuges - TapeStation - SpectraMax - Pipettes - Liquid Handling Robots - Automated RNA/DNA extraction equipment (e.g. Qiacube) - Qubit Fluorometer - ddPCR.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSTwo (2) years of experience as an Epidemiologist I in the County of San Diego; OR,A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in public health with specialization in epidemiology, bio-statistics, or a related field, AND, two (2) years of professional epidemiology experience.Note:
A Ph.D. in epidemiology, public health, life science or a closely related field from an accredited U.S. college or university is highly desirable.As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.EVALUATION PROCESSThe names of qualified applicants will be placed on a
six (6) month
employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental application. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.Note:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of a job, on a case-by-case basis.The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
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