Parasitology Lab Technician: Training & Day-One Benefits

IDEXX; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision from day one

401(k) with 5% match

Annual cash bonus potential

On-the-job training and career growth

Pet insurance and mental health ресурr

Volunteer paid days off

Job summary

IDEXX is seeking a Parasitology Laboratory Technician to perform diagnostic tests on animal samples at our Elmhurst, IL lab. You’ll use microscopes and automated analyzers to support veterinarians with accurate results, joining a global veterinary diagnostics leader committed to teamwork and growth.

The role offers comprehensive training, on-the-job development, and day-one health benefits. Join a world-class team delivering essential pet care diagnostics.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; science degree preferred (2–4 years).
• Experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests and operating lab equipment is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Use automated analyzers, microscopes and other tools to perform analyses for diagnosing animal illnesses.
• Run diagnostic tests on samples received in the lab.
• Set up, run, and read lab tests; read and release results per SOPs.
• Specialize in Parasitology within IDEXX reference laboratories.

Skills

Team oriented

Detail oriented

Reliable and precise

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Science-related degree preferred (2–4 years)

Tools

Microscopes

Pipetting

Clinical diagnostic analyzers

Job description

IDEXX is seeking a Parasitology Laboratory Technician to perform diagnostic tests on animal samples at our Elmhurst, IL lab. You’ll use microscopes and automated analyzers to support veterinarians with accurate results, joining a global veterinary diagnostics leader committed to teamwork and growth.

The role offers comprehensive training, on-the-job development, and day-one health benefits. Join a world-class team delivering essential pet care diagnostics.