Lead Medical Technologist

Company: Auburn
Location: Auburn
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Position Details



Position Information




Requisition Number
S4341P




Home Org Name
Pathobiology




Division Name
College of Veterinary Medicine




Position Title
Lead Medical Technologist




Job Class Code
IC10




Appointment Status
Full-time




Part-time FTE





Limited Term
No




Limited Term Length





Job Summary
The College of Veterinary Medicine's Pathobiology Department at Auburn University is looking for a Lead Medical Technologist to join our team!


In this role, you'll lead and coordinate professional oversight, analyses, tests, and diagnostic procedures in a medical research laboratory. If you're passionate about laboratory science and making an impact in veterinary medicine, we want to hear from you!




Essential Functions

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• Develops protocols and standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, University, and accrediting agency policy regarding veterinary medical laboratories.
  
• Performs and reviews quality controls in testing and decides if results are within acceptable ranges and researches and corrects problems.
  
• Operates, calibrates, maintains, and cleans equipment used in quantitative analysis.
  
• Conducts chemical analysis of specimens including blood, urine, and spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
  
• Assists in training students, residents, and staff in laboratory procedures and use of hospital/laboratory information data management system.
  
• Trains and directs lab assistants, staff, and students on proper methods of collection of specimens and laboratory testing.
  
• Assists in the evaluation of new equipment and procedures for use in research and the clinical laboratory.
  
• Prepares technical reports on procedures and results of laboratory tests and examinations.
  
• Negotiates vendor contracts for purchasing supplies, materials, and equipment for economic efficiency of lab.
  
• Prepares department invoices and annual income/expense reports.
  
  
  
  
  
  Why Work at Auburn?
  
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    Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
    
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    Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
    
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    We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
    
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    Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
    
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    A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
    
    
    Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Minimum Qualifications
    
    
    
    
    Minimum Qualifications
    
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    • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related Science.
      
    • 5 years of experience as a veterinary medical technologist in clinical pathology.
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
      
      
      
      
      Minimum Skills and Abilities
      Knowledge of medical technology procedures and practices to include analysis and diagnostics.
      
      
      
      
      Minimum Technology Skills
      
      
      
      
      
      Minimum License and Certifications
      
      ASCP - Medical Technologist Upon Hire
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      Desired Qualifications
      
      
      
      
      Desired Qualifications
      10 years of experience is preferred.
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      Posting Detail Information
      
      
      
      
      Salary Range
      $59,360-$100,910
      
      
      
      
      Job Category
      Health/Science
      
      
      
      
      Working Hours if Non-Traditional
      
      
      
      
      
      City position is located in:
      Auburn
      
      
      
      
      State position is located:
      Alabama
      
      
      
      
      List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
      
      
      
      
      
      Posting Date
      03/24/2025
      
      
      
      
      Closing Date
      
      
      
      
      
      Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
      It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
      
      
      
      
      Special Instructions to Applicants
      
      
      
      
      
      Quick Link for Internal Postings
      https://www.auemployment.com/postings/49320
      
      
      
      
      
      
      

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