Clinical Lab Analyst
The State Hygienic Laboratory (Iowa’s Environmental and Public Health Laboratory), at the University of Iowa, under contract with the Iowa Department of Public Health, has an exciting full-time opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Analyst.
Conducts laboratory testing on human specimens for the purpose of disease diagnosis and treatment or surveillance. Ensures results are accurate and timely and that work is conducted under best laboratory practice and in compliance with CLIA regulations and other regulatory agency requirements as appropriate. Adheres to all laboratory safety and security policies.
The primary responsibility of the position is to perform diagnostic testing for identification of agents of infectious diseases using molecular methods.
Holiday and Weekend coverage is required.
Position Status: 1 Year Specified Term
Qualifications:
Education or Equivalency Required
- A Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Clinical Lab Science, or Biology, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Required Qualifications
- Six months to one year of relevant laboratory experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must meet CLIA requirements for high complexity testing.
Highly Desirable Qualifications
- Graduate degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology or Public Health related field.
- Certification by ASCP or NCA is highly desirable.
Desirable Qualifications
- Working experience in clinical or research laboratory testing.
- Basic knowledge and experience performing real-time PCR.
- Working familiarity with QA/QC, lab safety and Windows based computer operations.
- Working experience in a high-volume, fast-paced clinical lab environment.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and verification of academic credentials. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
About the State Hygienic Laboratory
The s main facilities are headquartered on the University of Iowa's campus northwest of Iowa City in Coralville. Additional testing facilities are part of the Iowa Laboratory Facilities in Ankeny, a Des Moines suburb.
Since 1904, the State Hygienic Laboratory has been at the forefront of public health issues in Iowa. As the state’s public health and environmental laboratory, the Hygienic Laboratory serves all of Iowa’s 99 counties through disease detection, environmental monitoring, and newborn and maternal screening.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.