Part-Time Seasonal Laboratory Technician

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory at University of Missouri - Columbia is seeking seasonal workers for high‑volume CWD ELISA testing, offering two to six weeks starting mid‑November and a part‑time schedule of Monday–Friday.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of related experience; laboratory experience with pipettes and biosafety cabinets is preferred, with good teamwork. Salary ranges from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
• Laboratory experience including basic operation of pipettes and biosafety cabinets preferred.
• Ability to work well with other team members.

Responsibilities

• Trim and weigh cervid tissues in preparation for diagnostic testing.
• Ensure sample accountability by verifying identification numbers and bar codes.
• Operate laboratory equipment to homogenize trimmed tissues.
• Adhere to laboratory quality control standards with attention to detail.

Skills

Attention to detail

Lab skills

Pipette operation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pipettes

Biosafety cabinets

Job description

Hiring Department

Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

Job Description

The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to inclusively educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover, and Serve.

The Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory is a full-service laboratory accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians and member of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN). It provides in-depth laboratory diagnostic support to veterinary practitioners, livestock and poultry industry interests, companion animal interests, wildlife conservationists, scientists utilizing animals in their research throughout the university, state and regulatory officials, and clinicians of the MU Veterinary Health Center. The laboratory handles more than 200,000 specimens a year and serves Missouri’s 114 counties and surrounding states by performing over 170,000 diagnostic tests annually. The VMDL also conducts fundamental and applied research to address animal health and public health issues.

The Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (VMDL) is seeking motivated and detail-oriented seasonal workers for high volume Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) ELISA testing. Earn extra cash for the holidays while developing your hands-on laboratory skills. Seeking flexible individuals with availability to work two- to six weeks starting in mid-November.

Required availability Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with flexibility to work after 5:00 p.m. as well as weekends if necessary. The laboratory will be closed November26th and 27th in observance of Thanksgiving, as well as Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Representative Duties Include

• Trim and weigh cervid tissues in preparation for diagnostic testing.
• Ensure that sample accountability is maintained by verifying identification numbers and bar codes.
• Operate laboratory equipment to properly homogenize trimmed tissues.
• Work efficiency, trustworthiness, and strict adherence to laboratory quality control standards with attention to detail are of upmost importance.

Shift

Work will start mid-November.

Part-Time - Monday - Friday; 10 to 39 hours/week.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Laboratory experience: including basic operation of pipettes and biosafety cabinets preferred. Ability to work well with other team members.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Grade: GGS-006

University Title: SENIOR RESEARCH/LAB TECHNICIAN

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Other Information

Zach McAdams, PhD

Serology Section Head

Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

901 E. Campus Loop

Columbia, MO 65211

University of Missouri

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Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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