Senior Laboratory Technician

About the Job This Senior Laboratory Technician position is located in the Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department in the Minnesota Urolith Center on the St. Paul Campus. The Minnesota Urolith Center receives approximately 90,000 urinary stone submissions annually. Responsibilities Laboratory Analysis & Technical Support (55%) Sample sectioning and quantitative mineral analysis. Duties require attention to detail and accurate documentation of laboratory procedures and results. Operates or uses a variety of laboratory equipment used in analysis of urinary minerals. This may include the use of: pH meter, stereomicroscope, polarizing microscope, infrared spectroscope, centrifuges, and/or computer. Provides technical assistance to laboratory colleagues, graduate students, external clinicians, and others by performing analysis of urinary minerals. Sample Intake, Data Entry, and Documentation (30%) Package opening and documentation of sample receipt. Performs accurate data entry of epidemiologic information regarding each urolith submission. Data Retrieval, Client Communications, and Archiving (10%) Accesses epidemiologic database to retrieve data. Responding to inquiries regarding samples submitted to the Minnesota Urolith Center. Distribution and archiving of completed samples and reports. Laboratory Maintenance and Operations (5%) Participates in ordering, preparing and stocking supplies, and maintaining equipment and laboratory area. Assists with other special projects or initiatives as needed. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Stand, walk, sit, push, pull, use hands to finger Hold, handle or feel animals or objects, tools or controls Reach with hands and arms Restrain animals with both hands and arms Climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Talk or hear, taste or smell Work Environment This work is generally performed at The University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine, and at the Veterinary Medical Center. This work environment may include exposure to noise, bright/low lighting, temperature variations, and allergens such as mold, dust, hay and animal hair and dander. Position will include 6-8 hours of computer and/or microscope use daily. Qualifications All required qualifications must be documented on application materials. Required Qualifications High school graduation or the equivalent with some science courses. 2 years of experience in relevant academic and work experience may be substituted. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience performing computer data entry, demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word, Excel. Previous laboratory experience/coursework including microscopy and optical crystallography desirable. Position requires the ability to sit for 6-8 hours using computers for data entry and/or stereomicroscope and polarizing microscope for quantitative mineral analysis. Employees must be highly accurate and detail oriented. Pay and Benefits Pay Range: Starting rate is $23.30/hr. Time Appointment: 100% Appointment. Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience. Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Minnesota