Laboratory Technician 1

Washington State University • Puyallup, WA

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About The Position

The Opportunity: Under general supervision, process samples, set up microbiologic assays for the detection of pathogenic bacteria; set up fecal floatation samples for the detection of avian parasites; perform data entry, results entry, and order tests with laboratory information management system (LIMS); and perform routine laboratory maintenance duties such as autoclaving biohazardous waste, restocking supplies, making reagents/media, and general preventative maintenance on equipment. Eligibility and understanding of BSL-2 laboratory safety guidelines and work environment is required. Additional Information: This is a full time ( 100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. Monthly Salary: $3,925 to $5,271 | Range 44 (Steps A-M)| Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28 . In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved course for laboratory assistants OR two years of chemical, or clinical or public health laboratory experience.
• Training in medical technology or education in college with courses in laboratory sciences may be substituted, year for year, for experience. Course approved by American Society of Clinical Pathologists.
• Ability to work overtime and rotate on holidays, if necessary.
• Physical eligibility required for working in a BSL -2 environment. See the following link for more information. https://www.cdc.gov/training/QuickLearns/biosafety/

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of microbiology lab experience
• Familiarity with veterinary medicine
• Experience with medical or laboratory database
• Experience in sterile technique and handling biological specimens

Responsibilities

• process samples
• set up microbiologic assays for the detection of pathogenic bacteria
• set up fecal floatation samples for the detection of avian parasites
• perform data entry, results entry, and order tests with laboratory information management system (LIMS)
• perform routine laboratory maintenance duties such as autoclaving biohazardous waste, restocking supplies, making reagents/media, and general preventative maintenance on equipment

Benefits

• WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees