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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailThe State Hygienic Laboratory (Iowas Environmental and Public Health Laboratory) at the University of Iowa has an exciting fulltime opportunity for a newborn screening laboratory lead analyst in the Ankeny IA facility. The primary function of the position is to oversee routine testing and perform biochemical and genetic testing on blood specimens collected from newborns for detection of inherited disorders.
Work Modality: Onsite
Work Location: Ankeny Iowa
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About Pay and Compensation:
Pay Grade: 4A
About the University of Iowa
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community where your work directly impacts education research and student success.
Enjoy exceptional health coverage universitypaid life insurance robust retirement plans and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services wellbeing resources and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training leadership development and tuition assistance.
Iowa City offers a great quality of life with worldclass performances at Hancher Auditorium Big Ten athletics topranked public schools and outdoor recreation.
Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
Qualifications:
Education or Equivalency Required
Bachelors degree in Chemistry Biochemistry Biology Genetics or other related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications
Four years related public health laboratory experience.
Excellent communication interpersonal and relationship management skills.
Extensive critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to handle competing priorities.
Highly Desirable Qualifications
One year related Newborn Screening (NBS) laboratory experience.
ASCP certification.
Desirable Qualifications
Advanced experience with molecular biology techniques and assays immunoassay and mass spectrometry.
Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) experience.
Position and Application Details and Instructions:
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload the following required documents and mark them as a Relevant File to the submission:
Cover Letter
Resume
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 required to selfdisclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions please contact: VPR Talent ()
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Full Time