LRN Microbiologist II

Benefits: Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary: $29.01 - $43.60 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Application Deadline: 10/8/2026*

Primary Duties: Processspecimens for laboratory analysis Performmolecular and bacteriological based assays Workwith dangerous pathogens within the biosafety level 3 laboratory Assistwith test validations Performquality control and participate in corrective actions Performinstrument maintenance Communicatewith Epidemiologists, law enforcement, hospitals, and other local partners Provideoutreach presentations to partners Performtesting in the Tuberculosis, Serology and Virology laboratories

Qualifications: MUSTmeetCLIA high complexity testing personnel qualifications (clickHEREto review the standardqualifications)Previousexperience working in a clinical or research lab Previousexperience with Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)Goodcommunication skills Pass acriminal background check

Ideal Candidate: MeetsCLIA high complexity testing personnel qualifications (clickHEREto review the standardqualifications)Previousexperience in performing bacteriological assays Previousexperience in performing Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)Basicknowledge of Molecular Biology Basicknowledge of Medical Microbiology Comfortableproviding scientific outreach/presentations to partners About the Role

Location: 4431 South 2700 West Taylorsville, Utah, 84129 United States Background Check Required – Yes Drug Test Required – NoSchedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service Why You Should Join Our Team In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include: Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization. Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.

Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support. The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.