Laboratory Technician II
Murray State University

Job Info

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Posting Number:

20250032NE

Job Title:

Laboratory Technician II

Number of Vacancies:

1

About Murray State:

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits:

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information:

Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State is an equal education and employment opportunities AA/Vets/Disabled employer.

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Hopkinsville, KY

Employment Term:

12 Months

Position Type:

Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Department:

Breathitt Veterinary Center

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Collects and organizes samples for testing, performs laboratory procedures, document and communicate findings.

• Collects case history, asks questions about animal history and management to individuals submitting animals for necropsy or samples for testing.
• Collect, log in, and verify using the appropriate workflow, all submitted samples to ensure that routing sheets and samples match and to ensure that the sample matrix is appropriate for the requested test.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing receiving areas including after hours cooler.
• Strictly adhere to Quality Management guidelines.
• Recognizes, documents and provides input to correct substandard quality.
• Maintain client confidentiality for all information about testing and identity of animal owners.
• Reviews and evaluates processes as necessary.
• Participates in and ensures compliance with the quality management, biosafety, and biosecurity programs.
• Develop work schedules for section.
• Research and evaluates new equipment, tests and supplies for laboratory use.
• Performs periodic cost analyses and recommends fee adjustments.
• Perform special projects and diagnostic research.
• Recognize, document, and provide input to correct substandard quality.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Strict adherence to Quality Management System requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree related to the area of work to be performed.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

• One year of laboratory experience.
• Must be comfortable interacting with the general public, veterinarians and veterinary staff to facilitate sample receiving and the taking of clinical case history.
• Must successfully complete CDC Packaging and Shipping Division 6.2 training, as evidenced by passing grade on certifying exam.
• Ability to interact well with people; adapt to changing environments and situations.
• Pleasant, proactive personality with the ability to handle demanding situations, quickly adapt to address changing circumstances and personalities, and work as an individual or team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, supervisory, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving ability to troubleshoot deficiencies, identify corrective actions, evaluate new processes and materials/equipment, implement plans, and develop preventive actions.
• Alertness, initiative, memory for verbal and written directions and details, analytical ability.
• Ability to plan and make decisions often without instruction or supervision.
• Proficient computer skills, internet research, and the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs or equivalent and email.
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Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, or LVT.
• Two years' Experience in veterinary diagnostic laboratory or clinical practice.

Posting Date:

10/24/2024

Closing Date:

11/07/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Hourly Rate/Annual Salary:

$20.94 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)

Staff Grade:

110

Work Hours:

• Normal working hours.

Physical Demands:

• Handling of hazardous materials and biological contaminants.
• Strong pungent odors.
  
  

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