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Job Type/Schedule:
This position is full-time and works approximately 40 hours per week. Position hours are generally Monday through Friday.
Department Name/Job Location:
This position is in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases. This position is for the Medical School Campus.
Essential Functions:
POSITION SUMMARY:�
Position assists with routine and complex assays on clinical specimens, including but not limited to: blood, stool, urine, body fluids, and bacterial isolates.� Performs both manual and automated and both culture-based and molecular methods pertinent to clinical microbiology.� Position assists with documentation and preparation of materials for studies.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the laboratory principal investigator and in collaboration with other laboratory staff, performs routine and complex assays according to laboratory Standard Operating Procedures. Performs a variety of assays for research purposes related to diagnostic microbiology, including but not limited to: culture of clinical specimens (blood, stool, urine, body fluids, and bacterial isolates), isolation of microorganisms, microorganism identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, molecular methods, other types of microbial characterization.
Participates in clinical trials/device trials, including oversight of all documentation and adherence to protocols as required by the sponsor for the study device.�� This includes participating in the laboratory bench work, maintaining records, shipping, and preparing reports as required.
Performs data entry and maintains data files on research. Utilizes spreadsheet and word processing programs.
Review assay data and seek supervisory assistance with troubleshooting as appropriate.
Participates in daily operations of the laboratory, including inventory and ordering of supplies.
Performs basic laboratory maintenance such as lab cleaning, washing glassware, and preparing solutions, and replenishing stock solutions as needed.
Recognizes problem situations and participates in problem solving; informs supervisor of unusual situations and requests technical assistance.
Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
Participates in relevant continuing education; mandatory participation in weekly lab meeting.
Assists laboratory manager with other duties and special projects as needed.
Will also be involved in research projects in the electron microscopy lab and will be encouraged to expand and develop new skills.
Required Qualifications:
Associate’s degree (MLT) required with MSA registry or equivalent preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in physical or life science and clinical laboratory experience; 1 to 3 years of experience in a microbiology laboratory.
Salary Range:
The hiring range for this position is $20.43 - $25.55 per hour.
Benefits:
-Retirement Savings Plan -22 vacation days -8 Paid Holidays -Sick Time -Tuition benefits for employee, spouse and dependent children -Free Metro Link/ Bus pass -Free Life Insurance -Health, Dental, Vision -Health Savings Accounts (HSA) -Long Term Disability Insurance -Flex Spending Plan -Other Benefits
Med School HR website (medschoolhr.wustl.edu)
Internal Applicant Instruction:
This position is grade C09.
Please attach a copy of your most current signed performance evaluation (completed within the last 18 months) to your online account. If you have not received a performance evaluation, you may provide two current signed letters of recommendation (written within the last 18 months), preferably to include one letter from either a current or recent former supervisor. To attach these documents, go to: My Career Tools, Add Attachment, Attachment Type – Performance Reviews or Letters of Recommendation.
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