Laboratory Technologist, Endocrinology, Biomedical, & Diagnostic Sciences: College of Veterinary Medicine

Laboratory Technologist, Endocrinology, Biomedical, & Diagnostic Sciences

College of Veterinary Medicine

The College of Veterinary Medicine invites applicants to apply for the position of Laboratory Technologist, Endocrinology, located within the Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences department. Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, this position maintains the quality and efficiency of the Diagnostic Endocrinology Service. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting routine hormone analysis on clinical specimens, assisting with specimen accessioning, performing general laboratory tasks, adhering to safety procedures, maintaining client confidentiality, and providing customer service.

Depending on experience and qualifications of successful candidate, individual will be hired in as a Laboratory Technologist 1, Laboratory Technologist 2, Senior Laboratory Technologist 1, or Senior Laboratory Technologist 2.

Qualifications:

Typical Responsibilities:

• Hormone Analysis:
  • Sets-up and performs hormone assays on clinical specimens
  • Assures quality control by assessing assay performance
  • Reviews and transcribes results
  • Operates standard laboratory equipment and specialized equipment used in hormone analysis
  • Participates in general laboratory safety training and specialized radiation safety training
  • Ensures safety protocols followed
• Specimen Processing:
  • Receives, organizes, and accessions specimens for diagnostic testing
  • Processes specimens for diagnostic analysis
  • Prepares specimens for delivery to external laboratories for analyte analysis
• Customer Service:
  • Interacts with veterinarians, technicians, students, and pet owners concerning test protocols, submission of specimens, and results
  • Maintains client confidentiality of test results
  • Ensures clients receive results in a timely manner
• General Laboratory Maintenance:
  • Restocks supplies
  • Disposes biohazard by properly containing, labeling, and delivering to external biohazard area
  • Documents receipt of radioactive assay kits and properly store reagents
  • Assists with maintaining chemical inventories
  • Maintains cleanliness and organization of laboratory

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or another laboratory science.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional relevant experience.

The Veterinary Medical Center is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year. Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required of this position.