Clinical Lab Analyst

The State Hygienic Laboratory (Iowa’s Environmental and Public Health Laboratory), at the University of Iowa, under contract with the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, has an exciting full-time opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Analyst.

Conducts laboratory testing on clinical specimens for the purpose of disease diagnosis and treatment or surveillance. Ensures results are accurate and timely and that work is conducted under best laboratory practice and in compliance with CLIA regulations or other regulatory agency requirements as appropriate. Adheres to all laboratory safety and security policies.

The primary responsibility of the position is to perform moderate to complex testing on samples received daily in Diagnostic Microbiology, Serology, and Maternal screening, using conventional serology and chemistry methods.

In accordance with CLIA regulations, an official or copy of an official, transcript will be required prior to an offer of employment. (Applicants with degrees from foreign institutions must have the transcripts evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services and the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with that evaluation).

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; Rotating Holiday and Weekend.

Work Location: Coralville, IA

Work Modality: On-site


About Pay and Compensation:
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University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at

About the State Hygienic Laboratory
The s main facilities are headquartered on the University of Iowa's Research Park campus northwest of Iowa City in Coralville. Additional testing facilities are part of the Iowa Laboratory Facilities in Ankeny, a Des Moines suburb.

Since 1904, the State Hygienic Laboratory has been at the forefront of public health issues in Iowa. As the state’s public health and environmental laboratory, the Hygienic Laboratory serves all of Iowa’s 99 counties through disease detection, environmental monitoring, and newborn and maternal s creening.

Qualifications:
Education or Equivalency Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemistry, Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrate good teamwork and interpersonal skills, including relationship management within the unit and outside the immediate work unit.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform tasks that require accuracy, attention to detail, including accurate record keeping.
• Demonstrate working proficiency with Microsoft Office software, (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

Highly Desirable Qualifications

• Basic and relevant laboratory experience that demonstrates a clear understanding of the public health or clinical laboratory environment.
• Certification by ASCP or NCA is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working and being comfortable using microscope, including binocular and fluorescent.

Desirable Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of EIA using manual methods or instrumentation, as well as familiarity with equipment to allow troubleshooting.
• Working familiarity with QA/QC and lab safety.
• Working experience in a high-volume, fast-paced clinical lab environment.

 

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.