Position Title:Lab Tech - Virology Job Group:Merit Required Minimum Qualifications:• One year of related laboratory experience, or Any combination of related experience and/or related undergraduate courses in physical or natural sciences that is equivalent to one year of full-time employment. Preferred Qualifications:Experience working in a lab or research setting Experience in basic microbiology techniques (pipetting, PCR, Cell culture) Degree in Microbiology, Biology or related field Job Description: The College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Preventive Medicine is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support research efforts related to Virology. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing reagents and media, maintaining laboratory cleanliness, sterilizing equipment, properly disposing of waste, and coordinating laboratory operations. This role also involves data entry, specimen labeling, inventory management, and assisting with basic molecular and microbiology techniques following standard protocols. Key Responsibilities: + Prepare and assist in the preparation of reagents, media, and chemical solutions. + Perform sterilization, waste disposal, and general laboratory maintenance. + Maintain inventory, track laboratory supplies, and report stock deficiencies. + Assist with specimen labeling, data entry, and record-keeping. + Perform basic molecular biology, microbiology, and cell culture techniques. + Coordinate laboratory operations, including tracking personnel training and purchasing supplies. + Assist in obtaining permits and preparing budgets for funding agencies. + Train new personnel and ensure compliance with laboratory procedures. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities • Performs simple and repetitive tests on experimental materials or animals to process environmental samples or biological specimens, such as adding chemicals and recording color changes, counting blood cells under a microscope, and recording food intake of animals. • Prepares simple chemical solutions for media, reagents, and drugs according to established instructions or procedures. • Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance in a small laboratory area and for laboratory equipment therein. • Receives and properly distributes, incoming mail, freight, laboratory supplies, biological specimens, or environmental samples, and directs and performs the packing and mailing of outgoing freight, specimens, and reports. • Assembles and dismantles experimental equipment according to set standards. • May assist in building more complex equipment. • Maintains supplies and equipment for small laboratory area and reports of lacking stocks. • Assists with this function in large laboratory areas. • Performs data entry to label and process laboratory specimens. • Responds to telephone inquiries regarding laboratory specimens. • Investigates and resolves minor laboratory questions. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Knowledge of care and use of laboratory equipment. • Knowledge of principles of sanitation, health hazards, and the necessary precautionary measures. • Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and equipment and supplies required. • Knowledge of keyboarding and computer data entry skills. • Ability to use proper bending and lifting techniques. • Ability to communicate effectively with others. • Ability to follow oral and written instructions. • Ability to collect data, keep accurate records, and prepare reports. • Ability to work with computerized inventory control systems. • Ability to use and care for tools in maintenance and repair work. • Ability to prepare chemical solutions according to instructions. Appointment Type:Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term) Proposed End Date or Length of Term:March 23, 2026 Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period Time Type:Full time Pay Grade:06 Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. 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