Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Laboratory Technician

• Prepares processes and handles tissue and blood samples.
• Follows quality assurance procedures including documentation.
• Accessions tracks and organizes CWD samples.
• Enters and manages datasets.
• Maps locations of hunter harvests utilizing OnX Hunt software and paper maps.
• Maintains a clean organized and productive laboratory space.
• Transports samples and carcasses within the state.
• Uses knowledge of CWD to accurately respond to inquiries from the public.
• Collects tissues from hunter-harvested deer elk and moose (at the Laramie Regional office).
• Maintains laboratory equipment.
• Prepares laboratory reagents as needed.
• Assists with other laboratory duties as required; potential to help with wildlife sampling/capture in the field.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:


Preference may be given to those with a high school diploma plus two years of work experience in fish and wildlife resource management research or biology.
Preference may be given to those with two years of college coursework toward a bachelors degree in wildlife management biology molecular biology microbiology zoology or other closely related fields; other related training and experience will be evaluated for placement in this position.

**Must have a valid drivers license.
**Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.


KNOWLEDGE:

• Must be self-motivated and able to maintain a positive attitude throughout the duration of employment.
• Must have an interest in learning and developing a basic understanding of the function of a diagnostic lab and the ability to accurately perform laboratory protocols.
• Able to follow PPE requirements while on duty (eye protection gloves lab coat etc.).
• Pays attention to detail instructions and has good organizational skills.
• Able to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with all employees.
• Able to work both independently and in close cooperation with others.
• Able to perform monotonous tasks for long periods while continuing to be productive.
• Able to work overtime during peak testing demand.
• Able to work efficiently under time constraints.
• Possesses strong problem-solving skills the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Able to drive a 4X4 vehicle around the state. Has a strong professional and work ethic.
• Has an interest in learning about diseases in wildlife

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to sit at a laboratory bench or computer for long periods.
• Ability to process bloody foul-smelling tissue samples.
• Ability to work with bleach.

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Seeking one six-month position located in Laramie WY.
• Position is expected to start early September; normal work hours are Monday through Friday 8am 5pm.
• 95% of this position involves laboratory diagnostics and data management within a veterinary laboratory; 5% of duties occur outside of the laboratory.
• In addition to submitting the state application please submit a cover letter including career plans and suitability for the job.
• CONTACT: For more information regarding this position contact Jessica Jennings Wildlife Health Laboratory Manager at or

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URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.