Laboratory Technologist (Temporary)
Laboratory Technologist (Temporary)
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$ 44890 - 67678
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Job Description
THE POSITION
If you are eager to advance your career while gaining invaluable experience in a scientific setting the Department of Agricultures Veterinary Laboratory Division has an exciting opportunity for you. They are currently on the lookout for a motivated individual to provide essential technical support within their laboratory. This role not only offers a chance to enhance your professional skills but also allows you to contribute significantly to the health and safety of the community in Pennsylvania. By joining this dedicated team you will play a vital part in ensuring the wellbeing of your fellow citizens. Do not miss out on this chance to make a differenceapply today and embark on a rewarding journey in the field of veterinary science!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position you will be responsible for delivering technical support to the histology laboratory within the Pathology Services Section. This role requires a deep understanding of histotechnology and its associated procedures which include tasks such as trimming and formalinfixing tissues processing and embedding samples performing microtomy and executing various staining techniques. Additionally personnel in the Pathology Services may occasionally be called upon to assist in the necropsy area and other laboratory functions as necessary ensuring a collaborative and versatile approach to laboratory operations.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Temporary Fulltime employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday Friday with a 30minute lunch.
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime up to 1 day per month. In order to telework you must have a securely configured highspeed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework you will have the option to report to the Pennsylvania Veterinary Laboratory in Harrisburg.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Associate degree in Veterinary Laboratory Technology (VLT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) and one (1) year of technical laboratory experience in a biomedical research or development clinical pathology or diagnostic laboratory;or
- Two (2) years of college which includes six (6) credits in biology three (3) credits in chemistry and three (3) credits in microbiology immunology molecular biology histology or biostatistics and one (1) year of technical laboratory experience in a biomedical research or development clinical pathology or diagnostic laboratory;or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training which included one (1) year of technical laboratory experience in a biomedical research or development clinical pathology or diagnostic laboratory and six (6) college credits in biology three (3) college credits in chemistry and three (3) college credits in microbiology immunology molecular biology histology or biostatistics.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet thePA residency requirement.For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements follow thelinkand click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents willnotbe reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Employment Type
Full-Time
