Laboratory Scientist

Are you interested in making a difference in your community through testing and analyses?
The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Laboratory Scientist. Position will perform all assigned chemical, biological, and serological laboratory analyses. Responsibilities currently include working with pollen counts, water samples, other environmental samples as well as our STD Clinic within the Health Department and other testing and analysis.
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Experience, Education, and Training

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry or related science field;

AND

• Two years experience working in a laboratory performing analytical work;
• Directly related work experience can be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis;

PREFERRED

• Recent experience in a clinical laboratory.

Licensing/Certification

• If operating motor vehicle, must possess a current driver's license and maintain proper personal insurance coverage.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description .

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, ..., or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.