Job Title
Diagnostic Laboratory Technician IAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
Vet Med Small Animal Medicine & SurgeryProposed Minimum Salary
$21.60 hourlyJob Location
College Station, TexasJob Type
StaffJob 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 & lived experiences. 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 College 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.
What we want
The Diagnostic Laboratory Technician I performs routine diagnostic assays, assists in customer service, monitors computers for lab equipment and compiling data. May provide technical assistance in research projects in the area of small animal gastrointestinal function and disease
What you need to know
Salary: $20.67/hour
Location/Schedule: College Station, TX/Full-Time
Please note: Persons in this position are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc., and are therefore required to report to work and remain on duty unless/until relieved by the direct supervisor.
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a laboratory setting, experience with DNA Extraction and PCR.
Responsibilities
Microbiome lab Diagnostic Assays
Performs routine diagnostic procedures and assays, including fecal sample aliquoting, DNA extraction, IFA, and qPCR testing to evaluate gastrointestinal functionality in veterinary patients and provides technical support for research projects.
Conducts data analysis and operates precision laboratory equipment, including NanoDrop, epMotion, qPCR machines, and Kingfisher Flex instruments.
Reporting and Data Entry
Reports qPCR and IFA service results in the GILAB database with high accuracy on a daily basis to ensure the timely release of results and meet laboratory turnaround time goals.
Maintains the Microbiome service master folder by accurately entering service data and quality control (QC) results daily.
Research Assistance
Assists in processing research and commercial project samples, including sample aliquoting, DNA extraction, sample organization, and updating spreadsheets.
Training Support
Assists in training Microbiome lab student technicians on technical skills and proper equipment operation.
Supplies and Maintenance
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and reagents to ensure efficient laboratory function.
Prepares DNA extraction bead tubes, reagents, and buffers.
Operates the autoclave as required for routine diagnostic testing and sterilization.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
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 prepopulate 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.