Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The ideal candidate will perform laboratory testing using various newly advanced clinical instruments and laboratory developed tests. Testing will support clinical and translational research for novel biomarker discovery and implementation of in vitro diagnostics spanning clinical chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and molecular diagnostics. This position will primarily perform testing on blood samples and occasionally body fluids.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine assays according to laboratory standard operating procedures, including instrument maintenance and minor troubleshooting on various newly developed instruments. May also perform special assays with supervision by a senior medical technologist or supervisor.
• Recognizes problem situations and participates in problem solving; informs supervisor of unusual situations and requests technical assistance.
• May assist with validation of new assays; compiles data for supervisory review; utilizes electronic database, spreadsheet, and word processing programs.
• Complies with all regulatory and client requirements for testing and documentation.
• Demonstrates a general understanding of assay methods and clinical relevance; participates in relevant continuing education classes and seminars.
• Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects including conducting independent research studies.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

• Lab equipment

• Use of personal protective equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Associate degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Medical Laboratory Technology

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree (Medical Lab Technician or related scientific degree.)

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree - Life Sciences

Certifications:

American Society Clinical Pathologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Adaptability, Assay, Clinical Laboratory Operations, Communication, Detail-Oriented, Equipment Maintenance, Growth Development, Medical Laboratories, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Prioritization, Regulatory Requirements, Self-Starter, Task Organization, Team Collaboration, Troubleshooting

Grade

C07-H

Salary Range

$19.21 - $28.85 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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