Seasonal Veterinary Lab Technician (Flexible Hours)

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

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.