Lead Microbiologist
CurrentCDC Biological Terrorism Laboratory ResponseNetwork (LRN)- CDC DOJ clearance- BSL-3 experience and practices in a specialized laboratory, with care towards elevated biosafety and biosecurity.- Molecular testing and Culture for CDC select agents and public health infection rule outs.- Oversee and perform quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and testing.- Accountable for proficiency testing and maintenance of laboratory.- Author/update SOPs and protocols for use in the LRN QMS system.- Work in conjunction with Dallasepidemiologists during outbreaks and the public health preparedness branch.