Diagnostic Laboratory Technician I

Job Title Diagnostic Laboratory Technician IAgency

Texas A&M University Department Vet  Med Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Proposed Minimum Salary $20.67 hourly

Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff 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 areThe Texas A&M College of Vet erinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of vet erinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major vet erinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of vet erinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Vet erinary 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 (Histology) performs routine diagnostic histology laboratory tasks, assists in customer service, monitors computers for lab equipment and compiling data. They 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, Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm;
Persons in this position are considered essential. May require work during holidays or TAMU closures.

We encourage you to apply! To help us learn more about your experience and interest in the role, please submit a cover letter and CV /resume. You can upload both documents in the CV/Resume section of the application.

Responsibilities Performs basic histology duties which include processing, embedding, cutting, staining, cover-slipping and scanning slides.

Processes paperwork involving histology submissions, including generating worksheets and emails to/from clients and pathologists.

Maintains adequate supplies and reagents as needed for efficient laboratory function.

Completes order and receipt logs to assure timely and correct arrival of orders.

Maintains equipment and laboratory spaces.

Required Education Bachelor's degree in a related field or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications Experience in a laboratory

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions.

Physical Requirements Stand for up to 8 hours.

Lift and/or move light weight objects.

Must not have inhibiting allergies or sensitivities to organic compounds, solvents, and dogs or cats.

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 Linked In 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 Linked In 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.
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