OPS Medical Technologist

OPS Medical Technologist

Job no: 540170

Work type: Temp Part-Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Biology/Life Science, Medicine/Physicians

Department: 32060000 - PH-PHARMTHERAPY TRNSL RSCH

Classification Title:
OPS Medical Technologist

Classification Minimum Requirements
Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in one of the specialty areas to
which the position is allocated.

Job Description:
The College of Pharmacy Infectious Disease Pharmacokinetics Lab (IDPL) is seeking a parttime (20 hours per week) OPS Medical Technologist to perform all routine and non-routine tests leading to the successful completion of the drug assays. The successful candidate will also be required to produce accurate test results for all patients.

1. Perform as directed routine assays for clinical application.

2. Reports lab results via laboratory information system (LIS) or other computer systems. Recognizes unusual, discrepant or implausible results and works with supervisor to follow the designated procedure to validate the correct results.

3. Follows set guidelines to troubleshoot/correct assay problems or instrument malfunctions. Performs maintenance and works with supervisor in troubleshooting QC or instrument.

4. Participates in CAP proficiency or defined in-house proficiency program.

5. Performs as directed, safety compliance and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed.

6. Takes an active role in Quality Assurance (QA) and Performance Improvement (PI), as directed: helps the supervisor in gathering data for QA/PI projects as directed. Performs quality control testing in all areas to ensure accurate test results.

7. Performs other related duties, including special projects as required or requested. Stock supplies and equipment to ensure uninterrupted service. Performs error correction, photocopy and data entry as required.


Expected Salary:
$33 - $38 per hour

Employment Benefits include:

Health Insurance: UF participates in state-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more. OPS employees are eligible for state benefits if your FTE is 0.75 (30 hours per week) or greater.

Retirement Options: The Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) Alternative Plan is a mandatory retirement savings plan under Internal Revenue Code section 401(a) with Fidelity Investments and is required for eligible OPS employees. You may also voluntarily participate in other retirement saving plans.

To learn more visit: hr.ufl.edu/benefits

Required Qualifications:
Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in one of the specialty areas to
which the position is allocated.

Preferred
Experience with HPLC or mass spectrometry desired.

Proven interpersonal, communication, organizational and supervisory skills. Good command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Requires FL Medical Technologist license.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references.

As a part of our review for research and research support positions, we look for a full CV which includes all professional appointments/engagements, all post-secondary education, and all publications from post-secondary education and all respective dates. Please be sure to not use acronyms in your CV. This CV should include names of entities associated with any projects.

This is a time-limited position.


Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes

Advertised: 09 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 23 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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