What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Lab Technologist 632802 position at Oklahoma State University?
Campus
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Angela Carter, angela.l.carter@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$17.00 - $23.00
Hourly
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2025-12-31 to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
About This Position
The Oklahoma Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (OADDL) at Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine invites candidates to apply for the Sr. Lab Tech position in the Molecular department.
The primary responsibilities of this position are to prepare and process animal tissues, fluids, bacterial/fungal cultures, and other clinical specimens for DNA/RNA extraction; conduct routine molecular biology techniques, assist in writing and implementing new SOPs, test validation, and maintenance of equipment; assist in maintaining the molecular diagnostics laboratory and all storage areas in a clean and orderly state; and other duties as assigned.
Work schedule may extend beyond normal business hours. Occasional weekend and holiday work will be assigned. Rabies immunization is required and will be provided.
Required Qualifications
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Angela Carter, angela.l.carter@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$17.00 - $23.00
Hourly
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2025-12-31 to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
About This Position
The Oklahoma Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (OADDL) at Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine invites candidates to apply for the Sr. Lab Tech position in the Molecular department.
The primary responsibilities of this position are to prepare and process animal tissues, fluids, bacterial/fungal cultures, and other clinical specimens for DNA/RNA extraction; conduct routine molecular biology techniques, assist in writing and implementing new SOPs, test validation, and maintenance of equipment; assist in maintaining the molecular diagnostics laboratory and all storage areas in a clean and orderly state; and other duties as assigned.
Work schedule may extend beyond normal business hours. Occasional weekend and holiday work will be assigned. Rabies immunization is required and will be provided.
Required Qualifications
- High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
- Four years’ related work experience. Post-secondary education in Biology or related field may be substituted for years of experience.
- Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Rabies immunization is required and will be provided.
- Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Basic knowledge in molecular techniques; specifically, RNA/DNA extractions, PCR analysis, molecular assay development, use of gel electrophoresis, and trouble-shooting and proficiency in general use of laboratory equipment. Excellent communication skills and organizational skills are required.
- Bachelor's Biology or related field.
- Experience with PCR and working with nucleic acids. Previous experience working in a diagnostic research lab is preferred.
Salary : $17 - $23