Diagnostic Technician - Serology

Consortium of Higher Education Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgende; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary diagnostics is seeking a Diagnostic Technician to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing critical tests on various biological samples and maintaining laboratory equipment to ensure high-quality results. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory techniques and excellent communication skills. With a competitive pay range and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about veterinary medicine and laboratory work. Join a forward-thinking organization that values expertise and dedication in the field.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency in fluorescence microscopy methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on various analytes using AGID, ELISA, and IFA.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure quality test results.
• Train student help in the lab as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Proficient computer skills

Fluorescence microscopy methods

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor of Science in microbiology, virology, or serology

Tools

LIMS

Databases

Spreadsheets

Word processing software

Job description

The Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for a Diagnostic Technician. The person in this position will perform duties related to service and research.

Perform tests on various analytes such as serum, whole blood, plasma, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), and mild using agar gel immunodiffusion (AGID), ELISA, indirect fluorescent antibody (IFA), agglutination, radial immunodiffusion (RID), and SNAP to detect antibodies and enter results into LIMS and other database system in the lab. Set up, adjust, maintain, and clean laboratory equipment and maintain the quality system through document reviews as well as corrective action responses and ensuring the quality of the test results. Training student help in the lab or other duties assigned by section head.

This position is on-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Diagnostic Tech I: Requires a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience. This position may use an educational equivalence as determined relevant my hiring manager.

• Diagnostic Tech II: Requires an associate degree and two years of relevant experience. This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient computer skills including experience with databases, spreadsheets, word processing and data entry are required. The applicant must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Have excellent written and oral communication skills

• Two or more years of laboratory experience

• Demonstrates proficiency with fluorescence microscopy methods and biosafety training and practices

• Bachelor of Science with emphasis in microbiology, virology, and serology preferred

How to Apply

• Contact information for three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Diagnostic Technician I - $16.76-28.49 per hour based on qualifications

Diagnostic Technician II - $18.86-32.05 per hour based on qualifications

Hiring manager will determine appropriate position level candidates will be hired into based on candidate education, experience, and department needs.

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