IMO the job requirements for someone whose job is to protect us from alien microbes should look something like:
Ph.D. in Microbiology
Expertise in microbial detection, biochemistry, genetics and physiology.
Experience in a wide variety of decontamination/sterilization methods.
Extensive knowledge of microbial pathogenesis and epidemiology.
The actual job requirements are:
A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.
or
B. Combination of education and experience - education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above
that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree, preferably an advanced degree in engineering, physical science, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, or electronics.
WTF??
Another politicized government job. And of course, for anyone but a non-liberal white male.
I don’t know what the job pays, but it aught to be at least a quintillion dollars!!