| EEO Statement: |
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
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| Location | Omaha, NE |
| Requisition Number: | Staff_13976 |
| Department | Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology 50000521 |
| Business Unit | College of Medicine |
| Reg-Temp | Full-Time Regular |
| Work Schedule | Monday-Friday; 8:00AM - 5:00PM; with some evening/weekend work due to clinical testing |
| Remote/Telecommuting | No remote/telecommuting opportunity |
| Position Summary | Molecular Laboratory Technologist to implement Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) compliant standard operating procedures, tests and methods in the Nebraska Public Health Laboratory (NPHL). Performs testing and analysis of clinical specimens, utilizing diagnostic methods, e.g. PCR and WGS in molecular microbiology. Responsible for the proper operation of equipment and resources in relationship to testing platforms utilized and for the collection, analysis, review and reporting of findings. |
| Position Details | |
| Posting Category | Healthcare |
| Working Title | Molecular Laboratory Technologist II |
| Job Title | Health Care Specialist |
| Salary Grade | HC22S |
| Appointment Type | B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY |
| Salary Range | $48,200 - $72,300/annual |
| Job Requisition Begin Date | 06/09/2025 |
| Application Review Date | 06/16/2025 |
| Review Date Information: | Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered. |
| Required Education: | Bachelor's degree |
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| If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major) | Biology, Microbiology, Virology, Molecular Biology, or other laboratory related science field. (Will accept a Bachelor’s of General Studies and a minimum of three years molecular biology experience in a research or clinical laboratory setting) |
| Required Experience | 1 year |
| If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience: | Molecular biology experience in a research or clinical laboratory setting (Will accept a Bachelor’s of General Studies and a minimum of three years molecular biology experience in a research or clinical laboratory setting) |
| Required License | No |
| If yes, what is the required licensure/certification? | |
| Required Computer Applications: | Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook |
| Required Other Computer Applications: | |
| Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: | 1. Skilled in research methodology and techniques. 2. Ability to analyze, document and interpret scientific and statistical data. 3. Ability to coordinate research activities. 4. Effective communication skills, initiative, teamwork and flexibility. 5. Individual must be able to pass an N95 fit test or be medically cleared to wear a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR). |
| Preferred Education: | Master's degree or equivalent |
| If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type: | Biology, Microbiology, Virology, Molecular Biology, or other laboratory related science field. |
| Preferred Experience: | More than two years progressive experience in a research or clinical laboratory setting with some experience in molecular biology. |
| Preferred License: | Yes |
| If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?: | Certification of certification eligible by agencies such as the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) or the American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) |
| Preferred Computer Applications: | Microsoft Access |
| Preferred Other Computer Applications: | Sequence Navigator, Genbank, MacVector, and Adobe Photoshop |
| Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: | 1. Ability to establish testing priorities and ensure efficient use of time and resources. 2. Able to exercise independent judgment to resolve problems, and reports accordingly. 3. Knowledge of whole genome sequencing and current clinical microbiologic practices. 4. Experience in molecular biology relating to PCR and/or WGS. |
| Email to a Friend | https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/92821 |
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Provided by company| Date Posted | June 9, 2025 |
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| Requisition | Staff_13976 |
| Located In | Omaha, NE |
| Job Type | Full-time Employee |
| SOC Category | 29-2011.00 Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists |
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