Clinical Lab Analyst

Clinical Laboratory Analyst

The State Hygienic Laboratory (Iowa's Environmental and Public Health Laboratory), at the University of Iowa, under contract with the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, has an exciting full-time opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Analyst. Conducts laboratory testing on clinical specimens or isolates for the purpose of disease diagnosis and treatment or surveillance. Ensures results are accurate and timely and that work is conducted under best laboratory practice and in compliance with CLIA regulations or other regulatory agency requirements as appropriate. Adheres to all laboratory safety and security policies. The primary responsibility of the position is to perform diagnostic testing for identification of agents of infectious diseases using primarily molecular methods and possibly conventional microbial methods. To meet CLIA regulations, an official transcript or a copy of an official transcript will be required prior to an offer of employment. (Applicants with degrees from foreign institutions must have the transcripts evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services and the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with that evaluation). Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; Rotating Holiday and Weekend coverage is required.

Work Location: Coralville, IA

Work Modality: On-site To learn more about the department visit For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below. About Pay and Compensation: Pay Grade: 3A

Qualifications: Education or Equivalency Required Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Microbiology, Clinical Lab Science, or Biology, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Required Qualifications

• Demonstrate good teamwork and interpersonal skills, including relationship management within the unit and outside the immediate work unit.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform tasks that require accuracy, attention to detail, including accurate record keeping.
• Demonstrate working proficiency with Microsoft Office software, (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

Highly Desirable Qualifications

• Six months to one year of relevant laboratory experience.
• Basic knowledge and experience in molecular methods including real-time PCR and DNA sequencing.
• Working experience in clinical laboratory testing.
• Previous public health laboratory experience.
• Certification by ASCP is highly desirable.

Desirable Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Microbiology or Public Health related field.
• Working familiarity with QA/QC, lab safety and Windows based computer operations.

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 self-disclose 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 (View email address on click.appcast.io) This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.