Molecular Laboratory Technician II
Job Details
Posting Number: S15123P
Working Title: Molecular Laboratory Technician II
Department: VetMed-Tifton Diagnostic Lab
Posting Type: External
Employment Type: Employee
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday – Friday; 8A – 5P
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date: 06/10/2026
Closing Date: 07/10/2026
Proposed Starting Date: 07/20/2026
Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area
Classification Title: Medical Lab Technician II
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Position Summary: Perform molecular diagnostic laboratory testing according to laboratory standard operating procedures (SOP’s). Testing materials include animal specimens that may contain a variety of infectious diseases.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Knowledge and skills of molecular biology, including: nucleic acid extraction; PCR; real-time PCR; digital PCR; gel electrophoresis and Sanger sequencing analysis. The ability to work in a team setting and provide general assistance to other personnel is important.
Physical Demands: Extended periods of sitting conducting bench work and some light lifting.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Conduct diagnostic and surveillance testing, including handling specimens, nucleic acid extraction, performing PCR reactions and post PCR analysis. The testing process also includes data interpretation and reporting of test results. (65%)
- Assist in maintenance of lab space, lab equipment, supplies and inventory. Maintain necessary records and laboratory reports and other related duties assigned by the Faculty Section Head and Laboratory Supervisor. (20%)
- Assist research projects including planning & conducting experiments, analyzing data and reporting results. Participate in required proficiency tests. (10%)
- Train and coach new employees and visiting students/scholars (5%)
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