Laboratory Lead Sr

IDEXX•Nashville, TN

1d•$30•Onsite

About The Position

An IDEXX laboratory is a dynamic place to be. Passionate people and thousands of samples come through our doors each day, and in every one of them is an opportunity: to grow a career, to keep a beloved pet healthy, to work on something deeply purposeful. As a Lab Lead, you are the one coordinating the daily activities and provide training, coaching, and guidance to the team. As an informational resource you will ensure that samples are processed and analyzed efficiently. The focus on enhancing the lives of people and pets, starts with our own employees and empowering them to achieve their goals, focusing on continuous improvement, and supporting the strong collaboration and inclusiveness that exist in our team. This is a full-time role with competitive benefits. IDEXX reference laboratories is a global network united by a shared commitment to enhancing pet care where the true strength in our name is the people behind it. Our reference laboratories make it possible for our customers to discover more with our unrelenting commitment to innovation, personalized support, guidance, and expertise, while providing the most complete and advanced menu of diagnostic tests along with technology and tools. Want to learn more about this position? Check out what our employees have to say! https://vimeo.com/idexxcareers Why Tanya O., Lab Team Lead Parasitology, Chose IDEXX: https://vimeo.com/663393829

Requirements

3-5+ years experience working in a laboratory.
Experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests, and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and / or clinical diagnostic analyzers).
Experience using a microscope to review slides and identify the various elements of a sample.
Attention to detail, organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Positive attitude and energy to support colleagues.
Looking forward to working in a team.
Concentrate on the details and can work reliably and precisely.
Great sense of team spirit and responsibility.
High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Able to meet the physical requirements that go with working in a lab – standing and sitting for extended periods of time, phone & computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision ability – close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Nice To Haves

A degree in a Science-related field is preferred.
Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT) experience and education would be a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as both a Laboratory Lead and Individual Contributor.
Perform bench work in addition to lab lead responsibilities.
Oversee the work of Medical Lab Technicians and/or Sample Management Technicians (not direct reports).
Leverage passion for coaching and leading the work of others, and helping the team reach business goals.
Coordinate workflow of the team.
Problem-solve every day, from trouble-shooting diagnostic analyzers to resolving situational workflow and turnaround time challenges.
Bring passion and enthusiasm for teamwork, success, innovation and excellence to your role, every day.
Using automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform analyses and tests that diagnose animal illnesses, injuries, and diseases in support of veterinarian animal treatment.
Performing diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, or pet biopsy samples.
Responsible for setting up and running lab tests and reading and releasing results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
Specialize in one or more of the following areas: Hematology, Chemistry / Endocrinology, Urinalysis, Cytology, Immunology / Serology.