• Medical Technologist I

    University of Florida (Gainesville, FL)


    Medical Technologist I

     

    Work type: Staff Full-Time

     

    Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Health Care Administration/Support

     

    Department: 29081100 - MD-PATH - UF PATH LABS

    Classification Title:

    Medical Technologist I

    Classification Minimum Requirements:

    Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in one of the specialty areas to which the position is allocated.

    Job Description:

    + Perform laboratory testing: genetic testing, including oncology testing, infectious disease testing, and clinical trial testing.

    + Participate in the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory maintenance of all procedures and documents

     

    required as part of good laboratory practice including quality control and quality assurance.

     

    + General lab maintenance, procedures essential manager, including ordering lab supplies and

     

    maintaining equipment/facility records.

     

    + Miscellaneous laboratory duties (i.e., lab meetings and communications, SOP writing, etc.)

     

    necessary to complete previously described functions.

    Expected Salary:

    Starting salary is between $28.80 - $31.00 per hour

     

    Required Qualifications:Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in one of the specialty areas to which the position is allocated.

     

    Preferred:The preferred candidate must have a minimum of a Baccalaureate degree in biochemistry, biology, or a

    related field with at least 3 years of experience with molecular biology techniques in a research or clinical

    laboratory. The candidate must be either licensed as a Medical Technologist or is expected to become

     

    temporarily licensed in Molecular Pathology based on eligibility under Chapter 483, Part III, Florida

     

    Statutes.

    Desired skill set includes DNA and RNA extractions, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), real-time

    quantitative PCR, sequencing (Sanger or NGS) and electrophoresis. Experience with molecular biology

    software, instrumentation, and cell biology procedures is advantageous; however knowledge of basic

    cellular and molecular biology is required. The ability to work independently, analyze and present data,

     

    multitask, and maintain close communication with the Supervisor/Director is required. Excellent teamwork

     

    and communication skills are essential.

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

     

    The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer.

     

    This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

     

    This requisition is being reposted. All previous applicants are still under review and need not reapply.

     

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

     

    Health Assessment Required:Yes

     

    Advertised: 01 Aug 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

     

    Applications close: 17 Aug 2025 Eastern Daylight Time