Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Microbiology Technician II (CARE)

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida in Gainesville, FL seeks a Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Microbiology Technician II (CARE) to perform diagnostic tests across bacteriology, mycology, virology and parasitology. You will triage specimens, process tests, report results and help ship specimens to referral labs.

Required is a bachelor's degree in clinical microbiology or related field with several years of lab experience; familiarity with ELISA, PCR and culture techniques is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical microbiology or related biology field and three years of laboratory experience.
• Experience with culture, identification and susceptibility testing; ELISAs, PCRs and fecal flotations.
• May obtain certification in testing for Equine Infectious Anemia and assist in reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic techniques across bacteriology, mycology, mycoplasma, serology, virology and parasitology.
• Enter lab results into the hospital information system and prepare shipments to referral labs.
• Maintain equipment QC, manage hazardous waste inventory, and assist in training staff.

Skills

Bacteriology

Mycology

Virology

Parasitology

PCR

ELISA

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical microbiology or related field

Job description

Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Microbiology Technician II (CARE)

Job No: 541394

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care

Department: 28334100 - VM-CLINICAL-MICRO-PARASITOLOGY

Job Description

Classification Title: Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Microbiology Technician II (CARE)

Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in clinical microbiology or other biology related field and three years of relevant laboratory experience.

Perform a variety of diagnostic techniques and assays in the areas of bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, mycoplasma, serology, virology and parasitology to identify pathogens of veterinary importance. Examples of techniques and assays include, but are not limited to, culture set-up, delineation, identification and susceptibility testing of pathogens of veterinary importance, biochemical tests, ELISAs, PCR's, fecal flotations, sedimentations and direct smears. Incumbent proactively triages and processes specimens appropriately for the test requested and in a timely manner. Also, enters lab results and/or charges in the correct account or medical record promptly, sends test results to outside clients; prepares specimens for shipments to referral labs as needed. May be required to obtain certification in testing for Equine Infectious Anemia and provide monthly processing reports to the USDA.

Performs preventive maintenance and quality control on laboratory equipment and analytical procedures at required intervals. Documents maintenance, QC, and repairs to equipment in the indicated by out-of-range quality control results, and verifies patient results that may have been affected.

Maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of laboratories. Maintain inventory of hazardous waste and schedule pick-up of waste by Environmental Health and Safety. Properly process and dispose of hazardous, biohazardous and biomedical waste.

Maintain laboratory supplies inventory and perform weekly ordering of supplies with approval of Laboratory Manager.

Assist in development of work instructions with approval of Laboratory Manager.

Perform various clerical duties including, results reporting into the hospital information system, faxing and e-mailing results to outside clinics and prepare request forms for shipment to referring laboratories.

Assist and train other personnel as needed and dictated by expertise.

Other duties as assigned.

Expected Salary

$19.00-$23.00 per hour

Preferred

Advanced degree in microbiology, biology, molecular biology or related field. Experience working in a diagnostic microbiology laboratory.

This position is eligible for Veteran's preference. If you are claiming Veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information. This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment Required:Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.

Applications Close: 24 September 2026

Our Commitment:

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.