University of Iowa Research · 4 months ago
Clinical Lab Technical Specialist
Iowa City, Iowa, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expThe University of Iowa Research is a leading public research institution seeking a Clinical Lab Technical Specialist. The role involves performing clinical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and research to enhance public health and respond to health threats.
Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide information as a component of achieving overall health for the general public by performing clinical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, research, surveillance or prevention of disease
Respond to emerging public health threats, outbreaks and epidemics
Actively engage in translational research to improve testing services
Inform and educate the public health community regarding laboratory science and facilitate the sentinel laboratory system
Perform diagnostic testing for identification of agents of infectious diseases and bioterrorism using conventional microbiological and molecular methods
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, clinical laboratory science or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
4 years of relevant experience testing clinical samples by traditional and molecular methods and reporting results of high complexity testing. Traditional, non-molecular methods include, bacterial culture, microscopy, biochemical tests, and antibiotic susceptibility testing
Experience in diagnostic clinical laboratory testing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including excellent attention to details
FBI background check required
Preferred
Certification as an MLS or MLT by ASCP or AMT highly desirable
Previous experience in public health laboratory
Previous experience in a clinical testing laboratory
Working experience with QA/QC, lab safety and window-based computer operations
Working experience in a high-volume, fast paced clinical lab environment
Benefits
Exceptional health coverage
University-paid life insurance
Robust retirement plans
Generous leave policies
24/7 support services
Well-being resources
Access to UI Health Care specialists
Advanced training
Leadership development
Tuition assistance
Company
University of Iowa Research
The Office of the Vice President for Research is committed to forging new frontiers of discovery by providing resources and support to researchers and innovators at the University of Iowa, to promote a culture of creativity that enriches the campus, the state, and the world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase