Seneca Federal Health, LLC (SFH) provides solutions to federal health agencies that enable better health outcomes for the federal customers we serve. SFH is part of the Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. The SNG is Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission‑critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program.Seneca Federal Health is seeking a Microbiologist/Lab and QMS Technician in Atlanta, GA. The Microbiologist/Lab and QMS Technician will perform a variety of tasks associated with quality management, quality assurance, and general laboratory practices that encompass both molecular and traditional/conventional laboratory techniques.ResponsibilitiesPerform tasks associated with maintaining the operations of the laboratory, while strictly adhering to QMS, CLIA and ISO regulationsPerform QA/QC tasks and experiments including reagent and instrument qualification and test system validationPerform equipment maintenance including eyewash checks, freezer defrosts, incubator maintenance, routine equipment maintenance and instrument troubleshootingGeneral cleaning, tidying of laboratory procedural rooms, including recycling, emptying waste bins, re‑stockingEnsure all procedures and documentation meet Quality Management StandardsSpecimen managementSupply and reagent inventory, ordering and receivingReagent and chemical inventory management including identification and disposal of expired itemsPerform traditional and molecular laboratory testing; may entail applications during outbreak responsesProvide basic analysis of data for the tests performedAssist more senior laboratorians as needed with non-CLIA testing activitiesPerform testing in support of research and surveillance activitiesAssist in preparation of datasheets, documents, standard operating procedures and worksheets as necessaryDatabase curation including adding, removing, cleaning and editing dataParticipate in internal and external meetingsAssist in preparation for audits including internal and external safety and quality auditsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Life Sciences to include Biology, Microbiology, or a closely related fieldPractical knowledge of Biosafety Level 2 (BSL‑2) or Biosafety Level 3 (BSL‑3) proceduresAbility to understand and adhere to strict laboratory safety standards, quality management and laboratory practicesAbility to rigorously follow highly detailed SOPs to perform assigned tasksProficiency with MS Excel and WordAbility to work independently while maintaining flexibility to respond to the needs of the programAbility to work as part of a teamExcellent organization skills and keen attention to detail, deadlines, and capacity to multitaskExcellent oral and written communication skills in EnglishMust be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or have authorization for employment in the United StatesDesired QualificationsKnowledge of and experience with Legionella culture methods strongly preferredProficiency with CDC systems including Enterprise Laboratory Information Management System (ELIMS), Integrated Facilities Management System (IFMS), etc.Proficiency with common microbiology laboratory practices, including real‑time PCR, nucleic acid extraction, isolation and culturing techniques, complex data analysis and interpretationEqual Opportunity StatementSeneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti‑discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr
