Diagnostic Lab Technician – Bacteriology & Data Integrity

Cambridge Technologies; Worthington (MN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Technologies in Worthington, MN is seeking a Diagnostic Support Technician to help manage diagnostic laboratory operations. You will handle sample accessioning, data integrity, and bacterial culture and identification using MALDI-TOF. Strong technical accuracy and teamwork are essential.

The role requires a science background with preferred laboratory experience and familiarity with LIMS. This is a full-time, on-site position with a focus on precise documentation and adherence to lab

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline required.
• 2 years of relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with microbial culture and aseptic techniques preferred.
• Familiarity with LIMS or sample accessioning processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs sample accessioning, including receipt and entry into LIMS.
• Maintains accurate documentation of sample metadata and processing requirements.
• Supports bacteriology workflows including processing, plating, incubation, and colony selection.
• Performs bacterial species identification using MALDI-TOF and approved methods.
• Ensures proper storage and documentation of isolates and culture results.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data entry

Detail oriented

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Science degree

Tools

LIMS

MALDI-TOF

Job description

Cambridge Technologies in Worthington, MN is seeking a Diagnostic Support Technician to help manage diagnostic laboratory operations. You will handle sample accessioning, data integrity, and bacterial culture and identification using MALDI-TOF. Strong technical accuracy and teamwork are essential.

The role requires a science background with preferred laboratory experience and familiarity with LIMS. This is a full-time, on-site position with a focus on precise documentation and adherence to lab