Description

• Coordinate laboratory preparedness and response to biological emergencies
• Provide managerial and technical leadership to Public Health Emergency Preparedness laboratory staff 
• Be responsible for coordinating and conducting the evaluation of clinical specimens and environmental samples for the presence of high-consequence biological agents using various molecular, virological, serological and bacteriological isolation and confirmation techniques.  
• Oversee activities associated with the National Laboratory Response Network (LRN). 
• Conduct work in BSL2 and BSL 3 laboratory facilities and use appropriate work practices to ensure staff safety and agent security. 
• Apply clinical diagnostic microbiology skills and knowledge of select agent regulation and chain-of-custody procedures to develop and implement biological emergency response plans in collaboration with local, state, and federal public health and law enforcement partners.

• 220,000 square feet campus built in 2012
• Plentiful Free Parking
• Easy access to shopping centers, the state art museum, healthcare providers, and highways (70, 40 and 440)
• Break Rooms with Vending Machines, Ice Machines, Coffee Makers, Magazines, and Commercial Grade Microwave Ovens
• Patio Dining with Umbrellas
• Weekly Food Trucks, including Double Food Truck Fridays
• Car Cleaning and Detailing Services On-site bimonthly
• Wellness Activities
• Fitness Center with Exercise Equipment and Classes
• Annual Flu Shot Clinic for Employees and Families
• Monthly and Quarterly Workshop Sessions
• Employee Engagement and Staff Development Activities
• NCSLPH Employee Recognition Programs
• State Health Plan and State of NC Employee Benefits

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

• The successful candidate for this position must meet the CLIA ’88 requirements for a technical supervisor in a high complexity laboratory.  Candidates must attach a copy of their transcripts to the application or provide an unofficial copy of their transcripts at the time of the interview.
• Demonstrated experience applying appropriate work practices within BSL 2 and BSL 3 laboratory facilities.  
• Ability to use standard and advance technologies to test samples and specimens to detect bacterial and/or viral agents of public health concern.
• Demonstrated competency in analyzing data derived from high complexity testing to ensure accurate testing, reporting, and implementation of strategies to identify agents that require public health response.
• Experience in laboratory project management that includes submitting proposals in response to funding opportunity announcements, coordinating activities associated with awards, and providing routine performance reports.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal regulations including those related to laboratory quality (CLIA or CAP) and those associated with the possession, use, and transfer of select agents.  
• Experience in instructing others to conduct complex technical procedures; successfully articulating complex information accurately and clearly to physicians and other health care personnel; and proficient in developing, designing, and delivering training and continuing education programs.
• Previous experience utilizing published research to develop procedures, methods, and training materials including the rapid development, evaluation, and implementation of new laboratory procedures.  

• Preference will be given to those that meet the Federal CLIA ’88 personnel requirements for a director of a high complexity testing laboratory (i.e., hold a doctorate and be board-certified by one of the recognized clinical and pathology certification boards; or be an MD with two years’ clinical laboratory experience.
• Doctoral Degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution and 1-year postdoctoral training/experience in high complexity testing in the respective specialty.
• Candidates certified by a US DHHS-approved board (e.g. American Board of Bioanalysis) with advanced training in bacteriology, virology, molecular microbiological techniques and immunochemistry will be given preference.
• Must be able to meet requirements of Select Agent Rules and Regulations, the Patriot Act of 2002.  

• Must be eligible for smallpox vaccination. 
• Must be free of conditions that would restrict access to a biosafety level 3 laboratory that routinely handles high-consequence pathogens (select agents).

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.  Pre-Employment criminal background checks are required for some positions.