Job Description

Position Function:

To perform a variety of diagnostic analyses and procedures on specimens from all animal species; to assist training of students and new employees in the diagnostic laboratory section. Monitor and maintain the CVM Diagnostic Laboratory’s quality control program according to the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnostician’ s (AAVLD’s) standards. Oversee maintenance of all laboratory equipment; and to maintain inventory control within a specified budget.

Salary Grade: 14

Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Area of Specialization:

PPM Diagnostic Lab

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform diagnostic laboratory procedures on all animal species. Types of procedures and tests performed include hematology, chemistry, blood gas analysis, coagulation, urinalysis, fecal analysis, bacteriology, parasitology, cytology, and serology.
2. Perform other laboratory work as assigned involving a high degree of skill and training.
3. Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of existing equipment and maintain equipment logs.
4. Review, acknowledge, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies in the laboratory.
5. Monitor quality assurance SOPs and records.
6. Assist with training new employees, emergency laboratory technicians, and students as needed.
7. Perform related duties as assigned.
8. Standard work hours are from 8am to 5 pm during normal business days, However, rotating weekend and holiday duties are required, however weekend and holiday duty hours are limited.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Completion of a bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science from an accredited institution.
2. Medical technologist registry must be completed by an accredited certifying body. The employee must obtain certification within 1 calendar year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

One or more years of experience in the field of laboratory medicine.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent multitasking skills
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Skill in the use of computers and working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infectious disease control standards
• Skill in providing guidance and instruction in laboratory protocols and in the safe use of laboratory equipment
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude towards clients, patients, staff, and the public we serve.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/laboratory work environment.
• The employee may be required to stand for long periods.
• Duties will require wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including scrubs, lab coats, and gloves.
• Frequent interruptions based on changing priorities and occasional exposure to requests from people other than the immediate supervisor.
• Limited exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc.
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Instructions for Applying:

Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/

Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Please include a cover letter and resume along with the names and addresses of at least three references. Please contact Currie Beeson at cab148@msstate.edu if you have any additional questions or concerns.

Restricted Clause:

Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.

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