Clinical Hematopathology Technician - Avery Lab

Job Description
Position Summary:

The Clinical Hematopathology Laboratory provides diagnostic services to several thousand veterinary clinics around the US and the world. We contract with every major private veterinary diagnostic laboratory and most veterinary schools to provide advanced diagnostics for canine and feline patients suspected of having lymphoproliferative disorders. We use the information generated by this diagnostic effort to perform research on lymphoma and leukemia in dogs and cats. The laboratory has 10 full time clinical/research associates, 4 research scientists, 5 PhD students and several undergraduates.
Full consideration date:

This position will remain open until filled. However, for full consideration please apply by April 22, 11:59pm (MT).
Essential Job Duties:

• Carrying out PCR and flow cytometry assays on clinical samples, and interpreting the resulting data, from small animal patients for the Clinical Hematopathology Service.
  
• As time allows, and in line with the interests of the technician, participation in research projects.
  
• Carrying out client communications, entering patient signalment, entering sample data, reporting and other administrative responsibilities associated with the Service.
  
  
• Maintaining the laboratory, including ordering, making media, refilling liquid nitrogen, keeping order and other responsibilities to keep the lab running smoothly.
  
• Supervising undergraduate and student hourly employees as needed.
  

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment Background Check
  
• Position must work in-person.
  
• Position may be scheduled to work on some weekends and holidays.
  

Supervision:

Supervising undergraduate and student hourly employees as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts with some laboratory experience. Proficiency in English and a face to face interview is required.
  
• Experience with cellular and molecular assays
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Veterinary experience
  
• Previous experience with specific assays (flow cytometry, DNA extraction)
  

Application Instructions:

This position will remain open until filled, however for full consideration, please apply by Monday, April 22, 2026, 11:59pm (MT) with a current resume/CV, cover letter addressing the qualifications.References may be requested for finalists and will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.


Salary Range
$48,000 - $55,000

Required Application Documents

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Cover Letter, Resume/CV
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EEO

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