Laboratory Operations Instruction Specialist

This position is responsible for assisting in laboratory instruction for students in several MLS laboratory courses; maintaining the laboratory to meet all safety standards; ordering supplies; keeping inventories; maintaining and repairing the equipment; evaluating new equipment or supplies for purchase; student and program recruitment activities; supervising student lab assistant positions; participating in policy and assisting faculty with maintaining program accreditation documentation

• Manage the MLS labs:
  • Prepare laboratory sessions for all laboratory courses: work up new laboratory procedures maintain stock cultures for microbiology/mycology prepare reagents prepare microbiology media collect specimens and other materials/supplies from hospital labs and maintain instrumentation
  • Assist the instructor of record for MLS lab courses: arrange practical exams prepare unknown specimens and assist students during lab activity
  • Order lab supplies and dispose of hazardous material
  • Review and update lab manuals Standard Operating Procedures and instructional material
  • Tear down/clean up after laboratory activities
  • Keep inventory of laboratory supplies
  • Maintain all safety equipment documentation and procedures in student lab
• Serve as the autoclave manager for Moseley Hall: Safely operate the autoclave; intake waste to be treated from science programs housed in Moseley Hall; Perform quality control and maintenance; Maintain proper autoclave and waste disposal documentation; Schedule required EPA inspections; Schedule and assist with treated waste pickups
• Recruitment and Retention Activities: Participate in activities throughout the academic year to promote the MLS program
• Maintain Student Records and Documentation: Assist faculty and MLS program director in storage and maintenance of program documents as required by NAACLS
• Supervise Student Lab Workers: Serve as primary supervisor for student lab
• Other duties as assigned

The following Degree is required:

• Associates Degree. Degree must be conferred at time of application.

• Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related

• 1 year of experience in areas of the clinical lab

• Medical Laboratory Technician Certification (ASCP)
• Medical Technologist Certification (ASCP)
• Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification (ASCP)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced laboratory practice skills
• Knowledge of instrument troubleshooting and repair computers audiovisual equipment microscopes and office software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team
• Ability to carefully document research findings
• Ability to work safely and accurately in a laboratory setting

Required Documents to Upload to Application: Cover Letter and Resume

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however for best consideration applications should be provided by April 3 2025.

BGSU does not offer H1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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