Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Angela Carter, angela.l.carter@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$17.00 - $23.00

Hourly

Priority Application Date

Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

This position is assigned to the Molecular Diagnostics section at OADDL. The primary responsibilities of this position are to prepare and process animal tissues, fluids, bacterial/fungal cultures, and other clinical specimens for DNA/RNA extraction; conduct routine molecular biology techniques, assist in writing and implementing new SOPs, test validation, and maintenance of equipment; assist in maintaining the molecular diagnostics laboratory and all storage areas in a clean and orderly state; and other duties as assigned. Occasional weekend and holiday work will be assigned. Rabies immunization is required and will be provided.

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED(degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Four years’ related work experience. Post-secondary education may be substituted for years of experience.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Rabies immunization is required and will be provided.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Working knowledge and proficiency in molecular techniques; specifically, RNA/DNA extractions, PCR analysis, molecular assay development, use of gel electrophoresis, and trouble-shooting. Excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and proficiency in general use of laboratory equipment are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's

  Biology, Biochemistry or related field.

• Understanding of molecular techniques such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and nucleic acid extraction through laboratory coursework or working in a diagnostic or research laboratory.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Working knowledge and proficiency in molecular techniques; specifically, RNA/DNA extractions, PCR analysis, molecular assay development, use of gel electrophoresis, and trouble-shooting. Excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and proficiency in general use of laboratory equipment are required.