Lab Prep Technician for Diagnostic Specimens

MSU - Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University in East Lansing seeks a Preparation Technician to support veterinary lab staff by preparing specimens for diagnostic analysis and handling data in the LIMS system. The role requires attention to safety, detail, and teamwork in a busy lab environment.

Typical hours are 7:30am–5:30pm, Monday to Friday, with possible weekend/holiday rotation. Applicants should be prepared to manage specimens, media, and reagents across multiple sections in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge equivalent to a four-year science degree or a two-year AS Medical Laboratory Technician with internship.
• Up to six months of related lab experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience in basic laboratory techniques and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens and perform testing for diagnostic analysis.
• Prepare media and reagents for multiple lab sections.
• Walk, lift, and handle unfixed animal tissues; adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BSc/AS in science or Medical Lab Tech

Tools

LIMS system

Job description

Michigan State University in East Lansing seeks a Preparation Technician to support veterinary lab staff by preparing specimens for diagnostic analysis and handling data in the LIMS system. The role requires attention to safety, detail, and teamwork in a busy lab environment.

Typical hours are 7:30am–5:30pm, Monday to Friday, with possible weekend/holiday rotation. Applicants should be prepared to manage specimens, media, and reagents across multiple sections in a collaborative setting.