Diagnostic Laboratory Technician I

Job Title

Diagnostic Laboratory Technician I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Vet Med Small Animal Medicine & Surgery

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs.  To learn more, please visit our website https://vetmed.tamu.edu/  

What we want

The Diagnostic Laboratory Technician I, under general supervision, performs routine diagnostic assays in the area of veterinary microbiome, assists in customer service, monitors computers for lab equipment and compiling data. They may provide technical assistance in research projects in the area of small animal gastrointestinal function and disease.

What you need to know

Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Ensure attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in DNA extraction, PCR, ELISA

Responsibilities:

• Genetics/Microbiome lab Diagnostic Assays and Reports: Performs routine diagnostic test procedure and assays including fecal samples aliquoting, fecal DNA extraction, IFA and qPCR testing to evaluate gastrointestinal functionality in veterinary patients and assist the research projects. Performs data analysis. Performs precise equipment such as nanodrop, epMotion, qPCR machines, and Kingfisher flex instruments.

• Report and Data Entry: Reports service qPCR and IFA results into the GILAB database with accuracy daily basis to assure timely entry and release of accurate results to meet laboratory turn-around time goals. Assists enter service data and QC results into a Microbiome service master spreadsheet daily basis.

• Research Assistance: Assists processing the research and commercial projects samples including samples aliquoting, DNA extraction, samples organization and updating the spreadsheets.

• Training: Assists training technical skills and equipment operation to Genetics student technicians.

• Supplies: Maintains adequate supplies and reagents as needed efficient laboratory function which include preparing DNA extraction beads tube, preparing the reagents and buffer, and operating autoclave required for routine diagnostic testing. Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.