Microbiologist jobs in Sioux Falls, SD

South Dakota State University (SDSU) is currently seeking a Microbiologist to join our team! The South Dakota Animal Disease Research & Diagnostic Laboratory is a full service, AAVLD accredited diagnostic laboratory that conducts approximately 500,000 veterinary diagnostic tests a year.

Job Responsibilities: To assist with the daily duties of the Serology Diagnostic section at the Animal Disease Research & Diagnostic Laboratory (ADRDL) including all technical duties required to determine and identify the presence of pathogenic organisms and evaluate the presence of antibodies to pathogens.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• General microbiology, virology, immunology, and molecular biology.
• Food animal diagnostic serology experience highly desired.

Skill & Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Problem-solve.
• Follow standard operating procedure (SOP) protocols.
• Work safely with laboratory chemicals, materials, and specimens.
• Practice strong attention to detail.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Prioritize work to meet competing deadlines.

Comments: South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the university to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to the university’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Posting #:CSA01916P

Benefits: South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.

Application Procedures: South Dakota State University accepts applications through an online employment site; to apply, visit https://YourFuture.sdbor.edu. [SE8496]

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.06 - $27.56 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Brookings, SD: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person