BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III

BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IIIThe Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Animal Industry is seeking a Biological Scientist III. This position involves assisting supervisors by ensuring that assigned program areas have operational procedures and processes which result in accountability and compliance with division and department policies and procedures. The incumbent serves as a laboratory professional within the Aquatic Diagnostic Section at the Bronson Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (BADDL). Main responsibilities include molecular testing and troubleshooting of specimens submitted to the Aquatic Diagnostic Section; perform analyses before releasing the results. These testing responsibilities require considerable competence, technical judgment, and a high degree of independence in performing molecular analytical tests such as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), quantitative PCR (qPCR) and other molecular test procedures.The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, proficiency in liquid handling using micro-pipettors in low light conditions as reagents are light sensitive, ability to perform calculations for unit conversions and dilutions, and ability to receive, and demonstrate understanding of, technical instruction. Occasional travel is required.The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida include annual and sick leave benefits, nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year, state group insurance coverage options, retirement plan options, flexible spending accounts, tuition waivers, and more!