Laboratory Technician III Microbiology Supervisor at Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky

Job Description:

Posting Number:

20250034EX

Job Title:

Laboratory Technician III Microbiology Supervisor

Number of Vacancies:

1

About Murray State:

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about

Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits:

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State

Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Murray State is committed to attracting, developing and maintaining a high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. Murray State is an equal education and employment opportunities, Vets/Disabled employer.

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Hopkinsville, KY

Employment Term:

12 Months

Position Type:

Staff - Exempt (Monthly)

Department:

Breathitt Veterinary Center

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Utilizes validated laboratory processes to conduct analysis of patient specimens using microbiology and molecular diagnostic technology leading to a disease diagnosis.

• Develop work schedules for Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory.


• Conduct, review, and report molecular diagnostic tests.


• Perform managerial responsibilities include supervise Lab Tech I and II personnel, coordinate with Head of Microbiology to develop strategic plans and processes for section, teach, train, and provide feedback to laboratory personnel, inventory management, and Quality System Management.


• Verify and document findings.


• Perform special projects and diagnostic research as determined by Head of Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics.


• Recognizes, documents, and provides input to correct substandard quality.


• Develops worksheets for patient specimen and coordinates activities with the BVC DNA Diagnostic section with Head of Microbiology.


• Develops work schedules, trains new laboratory personnel.


• Operates sensitive scientific equipment during the analytical process.


• Verifies Laboratory Technician I & II personnel test results and documents findings in laboratory information management system.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Master of Science degree in a related field of work.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

• Two years of related work experience.


• Pleasant, proactive personality with the ability to handle demanding situations, quickly adapt to address changing circumstances and personalities, and work as an individual or team


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, supervisory, multi-tasking, and organizational skills


• Problem solving ability to troubleshoot deficiencies, identify corrective actions, evaluate new processes and materials/equipment, implement plans, and develop preventive actions


• Alertness, initiative, memory for verbal and written directions and details, analytical ability


• Ability to plan and make decisions often without instruction or supervision


• Proficient computer skills, internet research, and the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Docs or equivalent and email.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Candidates require proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and basic bioinformatics tools; technical writing; method development, optimization, and validation. Experience analyzing Sanger or whole genome sequencing data. Laboratory experience and knowledge gained outside of degree requirements is preferred.


• Master of Science degree in Biology/Microbiology/Molecular Biology preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Handling of hazardous materials, biological contaminants, and controlled substances; strong pungent odors; handling animal, environmental, and plant specimens.

Work Hours:

• Will be required to respond on weekends, holidays and after hours for weekend duty, seasonal overload and emergencies.

Staff Grade:

113

Posting Date:

03/17/2025

Closing Date:

04/14/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Located in the west Kentucky city of Hopkinsville, the Breathitt Veterinary Center is part of Murray State University and is a nationally recognized, AAVLD accredited, USDA NAHLN Level 1 animal disease diagnostic laboratory. The city of Hopkinsville, a 1-hour drive from Nashville, TN, is an agricultural center of the region and has been dubbed the Batter Capital of the World because of its large wheat production and milling companies. With a population of 31,000, Hopkinsville offers a small-town feel with city amenities, and is also home to Murray State University's Hopkinsville Regional Campus.


Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application describing training and work experience


• Resume


• Copies of transcripts

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