Laboratory Technician II - WSVL

University of Wyoming Research and Economic Development • Laramie, WY

8d • $46,800 - $55,008 • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician II contributes to workflow and functionality in veterinary diagnostic testing for the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory (WSVL) Virology and associated sections. The role involves developing technical skills and performing testing responsibilities according to training, proficiency, and competency. Additional duties include contributing to student employee and junior technician supervision, limited client communication, fiscal-management support, and the development and updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs).

This position is designated as essential. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency or winter closures, depending on their duties and the reasons for the closure. The position is performed on campus in Laramie and involves potential exposure to hazards in a Biosafety Level 2 laboratory.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of work-related experience.
• Ability to initiate shipping of samples and other hazardous materials; training will be provided.
• Rabies vaccination and/or rabies titer testing; will be provided.
• Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience with diagnostic testing and client communication in a diagnostic laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the virology and associated laboratories.
• Manage multiple tasks, address occasional sample-quality deviations, and cross-train in other laboratory sections.
• Identify documentation and quality-control issues.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to Technician I employees and students, and act as a buddy trainer for SOPs.
• Track and record inventory, alert the lead when reagents or supplies are low, and provide input on supply quality.
• Operate and maintain sensitive laboratory equipment.
• Resolve routine instrument errors and identify sample discrepancies.
• Contact clinics to obtain missing information.
• Arrange send-out testing when necessary.
• Provide basic test-status updates and respond to sample-submission inquiries based on the fee schedule.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory safety requirements.
• Perform and maintain proficiency testing.
• Participate in developing new diagnostic methods and tests.
• Serve as backup for other WSVL laboratory sections.
• Assist with hiring undergraduate student employees.
• Participate in marketing and outreach events.

Benefits

• Retirement contributions exceeding 19% in total, including the employee’s mandatory contribution and a state contribution of over 15% of gross salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions and four deductible options.
• Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level