Job Description

Job TitleDiagnostic Laboratory Technician I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Vet Med Small Animal Medicine & Surgery

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationCollege Station, Texas

Job TypeStaff

Job 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; Persons in this position are considered essential. May require work during holidays or TAMU closures.

What you need to do

Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. 

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• One year in scientific research, clinical, operational, or experimental work.
• Ability to use routine lab equipment, spectrophotometer, pH meters, etc.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics: Performs routine diagnostics using radioimmunoassay (RIA), enzyme-linked reagents required for diagnostic testing immunosorbent assays (ELISA), and automated instrumentation to evaluate gastrointestinal function in veterinary patients. Prepares buffers and reagents required for diagnostic testing.
• Data Entry: Enters patient data from submission forms into the GI Lab database. Enters and verifies diagnostic results on spreadsheets for sample reporting.
• Supplies: Maintains records of supplies and reagents as needed for diagnostic testing.
• Customer Service: Assists GI Lab Admins in customer service. Answers phones calls and communicates with clients.
• Training: Assists in the training of student employees in the laboratory.

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.