Lead Shellfish Biotoxin Chemist (Chem 3) DOH8925

Lead Shellfish Biotoxin Chemist (Chem 3) DOH8925

Salary

$6,540.00 - $8,793.00 Monthly

Location

King County - Shoreline, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

DOH8925

Department

Dept. of Health

Division

Public Health Laboratories (PHL)

Opening Date

06/09/2026

Closing Date

6/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary Information

The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

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Description

Lead Shellfish Biotoxin Chemist (Chem 3) DOH8925

This is a full-time onsite position located at our Public Health Laboratories located in Shoreline, WA.

The salary range listed reflects the 2% general wage increase scheduled to take effect July 1, 2026.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As the Lead Shellfish Biotoxin Chemist, you will lead laboratory testing that helps protect people from exposure to harmful toxins and contaminants in shellfish harvested from Washington waters. This role serves as the technical lead for the Biotoxin Laboratory within the Public Health Laboratories, overseeing the analysis of shellfish samples, maintaining laboratory quality systems, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.

You will coordinate daily laboratory operations, provide technical leadership to chemists and laboratory technicians, and perform complex chemical analyses using advanced instrumentation, including HPLC, HPLC-MS/MS, and ICP-MS. You will also oversee quality assurance activities, troubleshoot analytical and operational challenges, validate laboratory methods, review and approve analytical results, and maintain laboratory procedures and documentation.

The work performed in this role directly supports Washingtons shellfish safety monitoring system. Laboratory results are used by public health and regulatory partners to make decisions that prevent the harvest and distribution of toxic shellfish, helping protect consumers in Washington and wherever Washington-grown shellfish products are distributed.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Lead shellfish biotoxin testing operations and coordinate daily laboratory workflow for ASP, DSP, and PSP toxin analyses.
• Perform and oversee complex chemical analyses using HPLC, HPLC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, and biological testing methods.
• Provide technical leadership, training, and consultation to laboratory staff on analytical methods, instrumentation, and laboratory practices.
• Monitor laboratory quality systems, review analytical results, verify quality control standards, and ensure compliance with FDA, NSSP, and PHL laboratory accreditation requirements.
• Troubleshoot analytical, instrumentation, and workflow issues and implement corrective actions to maintain laboratory performance and reliability.
• Develop, validate, and improve laboratory methods, instrumentation, and testing processes to support operational effectiveness and regulatory requirements.
• Write, review, and maintain standard operating procedures and technical documentation for laboratory methods and quality processes.
• Collaborate with public health programs, regulatory agencies, Tribal partners, and other stakeholders regarding testing schedules, sample issues, laboratory findings, and technical matters.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Youll serve as the technical lead for a specialized laboratory program that combines advanced analytical chemistry with public health protection.
• Youll work with sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and contribute to method development, validation, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Your work will provide critical data used to prevent toxic shellfish from reaching consumers.
• Youll collaborate with public health professionals, environmental programs, Tribes, and regulatory partners who share a commitment to protecting the health of communities throughout Washington.

What You Bring:

You are a collaborative scientist who enjoys solving complex analytical problems and sharing technical expertise with others. You bring a strong commitment to laboratory quality, scientific integrity, and continuous improvement. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences and can balance detailed analytical work with broader operational responsibilities.

You value teamwork and understand the importance of reliable laboratory data in protecting public health. You approach challenges with curiosity, sound judgment, and a commitment to maintaining high scientific and regulatory standards. You are comfortable leading work, mentoring others, and building productive relationships with colleagues, public health partners, and regulatory stakeholders.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

There are multiple pathways to qualify for this position. You must meet one of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

• Option 1: Eight (8) years of laboratory experience performing analytical chemistry or environmental laboratory testing using advanced laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS.
• Option 2: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, the physical sciences, or a related laboratory sciencewith a minimum of thirty (30) semester hours or forty-five (45) quarter hours of college level chemistry; AND four (4) years of laboratory experience performing analytical chemistry or environmental laboratory testing using advanced laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS.
• A Masters degree in a field listed in option 2 AND three (3) years of experience listed in option 2
• A PhD in a field listed in option 2 AND two (2) years of experience as listed in option 2.

AND the following experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Experience performing analytical chemistry testing in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS.
• Experience reviewing laboratory analytical and quality control data.
• Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance, quality control, and safety practices.
• Skilled in developing and following laboratory standard operating procedures.
• Ability to communicate technical laboratory information clearly and effectively.

PreferredQualifications

While these aren't required, having them can help you stand out as a candidate.

• Experience performing shellfish biotoxin testing or environmental contaminant testing.
• Experience working in a public health laboratory.
• Experience with method validation, verification, or assay development.
• Experience supporting laboratory accreditation or regulatory inspections.
• Experience leading laboratory workflow or serving as a technical lead.
• Experience performing proficiency testing and maintaining laboratory quality systems.
• Experience preparing technical reports, grant materials, or scientific documentation.
• Knowledge of shellfish sanitation programs, food safety testing, or environmental monitoring programs.
• Experience using laboratory information management systems or laboratory sample tracking databases.
• Advanced proficiency in troubleshooting analytical instrumentation and resolving complex laboratory issues.

Employee Benefits

We offer a solid benefits package that supports you and your family's health, financial security, and work-life balance. You'll have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and retirement plans that help you plan for tomorrow while you're living today. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave help you recharge, and additional programs like dependent care assistance and professional development opportunities add value beyond basic coverage. Join us and enjoy benefits designed to care for you as much as you care about public health. Learn more about DOH benefits and see how we support your life at work and beyond by visiting Work@Health.

The Public Health Laboratories - Where Science Protects Communities

At the Public Health Laboratories, every test matters. From hunting emerging pathogens to ensuring every newborn in the state gets life-saving screenings, your work will drive disease detection, outbreak response, and protect Washington's most vulnerable. We're the state's reference lab, tracking rare threats like rabies, hantavirus, and West Nile virus, analyzing outbreaks, and safeguarding food and water safety. Here, science meets service in a collaborative, equity-driven team committed to real-world impact and public health at scale.

About the Washington State Department of Health

Were nearly 2,000 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health. Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience. At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We're passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health. Explore more about the Department of Health, our programs, and our impact by visiting our website.

Working Conditions:

The following describes the working conditions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Setting:

• This positions work must be completed at the Public Health Laboratory located in Shoreline WA.
• The position requires maneuvering and lifting packages and/or materials up to 25 pounds.
• The laboratory environment is noisy, may be stressful, and is fast paced.
• The position requires working in a laboratory with various laboratory chemicals that can cause [illness, skin irritation, or breathing problems].
• Position requires work involving laboratory test animals, including mice, as part of assigned testing procedures.
• The position requires working with paints, pesticides, toxic cleaning supplies, etc.

Schedule:

• This position has a work schedule of 40 hours per week; however, the position may be expected to work longer hours to complete projects or assignment, and/or meeting business demands and deadlines.
• The DOH Public Health Laboratory operates Monday through Saturday and most holidays.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel is not required to perform the duties of this position; however occasional travel may be expected to attend meetings, trainings, or conferences.
• When driving for state business, the employee must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; OR provide alternate transportation while on state business.

Tools & Equipment:

• Duties require use of incubators, refrigerators, freezers, centrifuges, fume hoods, fluorescent readers, pipettes, ultra high performance liquid chromatographs, tandem mass spectrometers, and other typical lab equipment, personal protective equipment, computers, copiers, printers, and fax machines.
• Duties also require the use of standard office furniture and equipment (such as a desk, filing cabinet, computer, printer, telephone, fax machine, copy machine).

Customer Interactions:

• The position regularly requires engaging with customers in a variety of settings agency staff, agency managers, agency supervisors, legislators, governors office staff, and local health jurisdictions, federal government, State Board of Health, external partners, statewide professional associations.

Other:

• This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
• The DOH campus is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment.
• This position may be required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.
• Public Health Laboratories (PHL) technical personnel who perform testing or other duties requiring color discrimination must demonstrate adequate visual color discernment abilities. This is a regulatory requirement necessary to maintain compliance with College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation standards.
• Vaccinations for laboratory contaminants as determined and required by management and Public Health Laboratory Risk assessment may be required.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:

We're committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won't be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.

Click "Apply" to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references, directly in your Applicant Profile or as a separate attachment, including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you've supervised or led (if applicable).

DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation.

Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.

DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran's status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Shawnelle Goalder, Talent Acquisition Consultant/Recruiterat employment@doh.wa.gov and reference DOH8925 in the subject.

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Supplemental Information

This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.

This position is located in King County. The advertised pay includes a 5% location-based salary adjustment.

This position's advertised salary includes a 5% premium for required dual-language duties.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

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Where did you first hear about this employment opportunity?

• a. DOH Employment Site/Job Alerts
• b. DOH Employee
• c. Friend or Acquaintance
• d. Indeed
• e. LinkedIn
• f. Careers.wa.gov
• g. Job Fair - if selected, answer Question 2
• h. Other - if selected, answer Question 2

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If you selected "g" or "h" to Question 1: Where you first heard about this employment opportunity?

03

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

04

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? (e.g. H-1B, F1, TN, etc.) DOH is not an E-Verify agency]

• Yes
• No

05

I have the following qualifications (select one):

• a. Eight (8) years of laboratory experience performing analytical chemistry or environmental laboratory testing using advanced laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS.
• b. Bachelor's degree in chemistry, the physical sciences, or a related laboratory science with a minimum of thirty (30) semester hours or forty-five (45) quarter hours of college level chemistry; AND four (4) years of laboratory experience performing analytical chemistry or environmental laboratory testing using advanced laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS.
• c. A Masters degree in chemistry, the physical sciences, or a related laboratory science with a minimum of thirty (30) semester hours or forty-five (45) quarter hours of college level chemistry; AND three (3) years of laboratory experience performing analytical chemistry or environmental laboratory testing using advanced laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS.
• d. A PhD in chemistry, the physical sciences, or a related laboratory science with a minimum of thirty (30) semester hours or forty-five (45) quarter hours of college level chemistry; AND two (2) years of laboratory experience performing analytical chemistry or environmental laboratory testing using advanced laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS.
• e. None of the above

06

How would you describe your experience performing analytical chemistry testing in a regulated laboratory environment?

• a. No Experience: I have not performed analytical chemistry testing in a regulated laboratory environment.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have observed, assisted with, or performed limited analytical chemistry testing under supervision in a regulated laboratory environment.
• c. Experienced: I have independently performed analytical chemistry testing in a regulated laboratory environment as a regular part of my job responsibilities.
• d. Advanced Experience: I have extensive experience performing analytical chemistry testing in a regulated laboratory environment and have served as a technical resource, led testing activities, or trained others.

07

How would you describe your experience operating and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS?

• a. No Experience: I have not operated or troubleshot analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ICP-MS.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have assisted with instrument operation, sample analysis, or routine maintenance but have limited troubleshooting experience.
• c. Experienced: I routinely operate analytical instrumentation, perform routine maintenance, and independently troubleshoot common instrument issues.
• d. Advanced Experience: I diagnose complex instrument problems, optimize instrument performance, implement corrective actions, and provide technical guidance to others.

08

How would you describe your experience reviewing laboratory analytical and quality control data?

• a. No Experience: I have not reviewed laboratory analytical or quality control data.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have reviewed laboratory analytical or quality control data with guidance or as a limited part of my duties.
• c. Experienced: I regularly review laboratory analytical and quality control data to verify data quality, identify issues, and support reporting activities.
• d. Advanced Experience: I independently evaluate complex analytical and quality control data, investigate anomalies, determine corrective actions, and provide technical guidance regarding data quality.

09

Select which best describes your level of knowledge with laboratory quality assurance, quality control, and safety practices?

• a. None: I have little or no knowledge of laboratory quality assurance, quality control, or laboratory safety practices.
• b. Basic Awareness: I understand basic laboratory quality assurance, quality control, and safety concepts but have limited experience applying them in a laboratory setting.
• c. Knowledgeable: I understand laboratory quality assurance, quality control, and safety requirements and regularly apply them during laboratory operations.
• d. Advanced Knowledge: I have extensive knowledge of laboratory quality systems and safety practices and have applied them to improve processes, ensure compliance, investigate issues, or guide others.

10

Select which best describes your skill in developing and following laboratory standard operating procedures?

• a. None: I have little or no skill developing or following laboratory standard operating procedures.
• b. Basic Awareness: I can follow established laboratory standard operating procedures but have limited experience developing or revising them.
• c. Skilled: I regularly follow laboratory standard operating procedures and have assisted with developing, revising, or implementing them.
• d. Advance Skill: I independently develop, revise, validate, and implement laboratory standard operating procedures and provide guidance to others regarding their use.

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How would you rate your ability to communicate technical laboratory information clearly and effectively?

• a. None: I have little or no ability to communicate technical laboratory information.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I can communicate basic laboratory information but may require assistance explaining technical concepts, methods, or results.
• c. Able and Capable: I effectively communicate laboratory methods, findings, and technical information to technical and non-technical audiences with minimal support.
• d. Advanced Ability: I routinely communicate complex laboratory information, prepare technical presentations or reports, and serve as a technical resource for others.

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How would you describe your experience performing shellfish biotoxin testing or environmental contaminant testing?

• a. No Experience: I have not performed shellfish biotoxin testing or environmental contaminant testing.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have observed, assisted with, or performed limited shellfish biotoxin testing or environmental contaminant testing under supervision.
• c. Experienced: I have independently performed shellfish biotoxin testing or environmental contaminant testing as part of my regular job responsibilities.
• d. Advanced Experience: I have extensive experience performing shellfish biotoxin testing or environmental contaminant testing and have served as a technical resource, led testing activities, or trained others.

13

How would you describe your experience working in a public health laboratory?

• a. No Experience: I have not worked in a public health laboratory.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have limited exposure to a public health laboratory through education, training, internships, or support activities.
• c. Experienced: I have worked independently in a public health laboratory and understand public health testing, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• d. Advanced Experience: I have extensive public health laboratory experience and have led projects, programs, testing activities, or staff within a public health laboratory setting.

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How would you describe your experience with method validation, verification, or assay development?

• a. No Experience: I have not participated in method validation, verification, or assay development activities.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have assisted with method validation, verification, or assay development activities under supervision.
• c. Experienced: I have independently conducted method validation, verification, or assay development activities and documented results.
• d. Advanced Experience: I have led method validation, verification, or assay development projects and provided technical expertise regarding study design, implementation, and interpretation.

15

How would you describe your experience supporting laboratory accreditation or regulatory inspections?

• a. No Experience: I have not supported laboratory accreditation activities or regulatory inspections.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have participated in accreditation or inspection activities in a supporting role.
• c. Experienced: I have independently prepared documentation, responded to requests, and supported accreditation reviews or regulatory inspections.
• d. Advanced Experience: I have coordinated accreditation efforts, led inspection preparation activities, responded to findings, and guided others through the process.

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How would you describe your experience leading laboratory workflow or serving as a technical lead?

• a. No Experience: I have not led laboratory workflow or served as a technical lead.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have occasionally coordinated work assignments, provided limited guidance, or assisted with laboratory workflow activities.
• c. Experienced: I regularly coordinate laboratory workflow, provide technical guidance, or serve as a technical lead for testing activities. (
• d. Advanced Experience: I oversee complex laboratory operations, direct workflow priorities, mentor staff, and serve as a recognized technical resource.

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How would you describe your experience performing proficiency testing and maintaining laboratory quality systems?

• a. No Experience: I have not performed proficiency testing or maintained laboratory quality systems.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have participated in proficiency testing or quality system activities under supervision.
• c. Experienced: I independently perform proficiency testing activities and contribute to maintaining laboratory quality systems.
• d. Advanced Experience: I oversee proficiency testing programs, evaluate results, implement corrective actions, and help maintain or improve laboratory quality systems.

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How would you describe your experience preparing technical reports, grant materials, or scientific documentation?

• a. No Experience: I have not prepared technical reports, grant materials, or scientific documentation.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have contributed to technical reports, grant materials, or scientific documentation with guidance from others.
• c. Experienced: I independently prepare technical reports, grant materials, or scientific documentation as part of my regular responsibilities.
• d. Advanced Experience: I routinely develop complex technical reports, grant materials, or scientific documentation and provide review or guidance to others.

19

Select which best describes your level of knowledge with shellfish sanitation programs, food safety testing, or environmental monitoring programs?

• a. None: I have little or no knowledge of shellfish sanitation programs, food safety testing, or environmental monitoring programs.
• b. Basic Awareness: I understand the purpose and general concepts of shellfish sanitation programs, food safety testing, or environmental monitoring programs but have limited practical exposure.
• c. Knowledgeable: I understand the requirements, processes, and objectives of shellfish sanitation programs, food safety testing, or environmental monitoring programs and have applied this knowledge in practice.
• d. Advanced Knowledge: I have extensive knowledge of shellfish sanitation programs, food safety testing, or environmental monitoring programs and have applied that knowledge to solve complex issues, improve programs, or guide others.

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How would you describe your experience using laboratory information management systems or laboratory sample tracking databases?

• a. No Experience: I have not used laboratory information management systems or laboratory sample tracking databases.
• b. Basic Familiarity: I have entered, reviewed, or retrieved information from laboratory information management systems or laboratory sample tracking databases with guidance.
• c. Experienced: I regularly use laboratory information management systems or laboratory sample tracking databases to manage samples, review data, and support laboratory operations.
• d. Advanced Experience: I serve as a resource for laboratory information management systems or laboratory sample tracking databases, assist with system improvements, troubleshoot issues, or train others.

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How would you describe your proficiency level in using troubleshooting analytical instrumentation and resolving complex laboratory issues?

• a. None: I am unaware or have very little proficiency troubleshooting analytical instrumentation or resolving laboratory issues.
• b. Basic Understanding: I can identify basic instrument or laboratory issues and perform routine troubleshooting with guidance.
• c. Proficient: I independently troubleshoot analytical instrumentation, identify root causes of common issues, and implement effective solutions.
• d. Advanced Proficiency: I have deep expertise troubleshooting analytical instrumentation, resolving complex laboratory issues, optimizing performance, and providing technical guidance to others.

Required Question

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