Laboratory Technician II - WSVL @ UW

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JOB TITLE

Laboratory Technician II

JOB PURPOSE

The primary purpose of a WSVL Technician II is to contribute to workflow and functionality in veterinary diagnostic testing as appropriate for the given Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory Virology and associated sections. People in these positions have developing skills, testing responsibilities based on level of training, and demonstration of proficiency and competency. Other roles include contributing to student employee and junior technician supervision, limited client communication, support fiscal management, and SOP development and updates.

This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closures based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support daily operations of the virology and associated laboratories.
• Manage multiple tasks; handle occasional deviations in sample quality; cross-training in other lab sections.
• Identify documentation and quality control issues.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to Tech 1s/students; "buddy" trainer for SOPs.
• Track and record inventory; alerts lead when reagents/supplies are low; provides input on supply quality.
• Operate and maintain sensitive laboratory equipment.
• Resolve routine instrument errors; identify sample discrepancies.
• Contact clinics for missing info.
• Send-out testing when necessary.
• Provide basic test status updates and/or sample submission inquires based on fee schedule.
• Maintain compliance with lab safety requirements.
• Working condition includes potential exposure to hazards (Biosafety Level 2 laboratory).
• Perform and maintain proficiency testing.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS

• Participate in developing new diagnostic methods and tests.
• Serve as backup for other WSVL laboratory sections.
• Assist with hiring undergraduate student employees.
• Participate in marketing/outreach events.

COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork.
• Safety awareness.
• Ability to learn.
• Attention to detail.
• Analysis/problem identification.
• Work standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience: 1-year work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements:

• Initiate shipping of samples and other hazardous materials; training will be provided.
• Rabies vaccination and/or rabies titer testing; will be provided.

Experience Evaluation

Minimum experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-time experience.

Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions. Failure to provide this information may affect the evaluation of qualifications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

At least two years' experience with diagnostic testing and client communication in a diagnostic laboratory.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

• Cover letter
• Resume or C.V.
• Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 11/15/2026 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION

On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].

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