Medical Laboratory Technologist I

Only current NC Department of Agriculture employees or former NC Department of Agriculture employees eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by GS126 are eligible for consideration for this position.

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The Veterinary Division protects the health of the state's livestock and poultry population through the administration of regulatory animal health programs and disease testing conducted by the North Carolina Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory System.

The primary purpose of this position is to conduct testing of viral agents and/or the diseases they may cause in mammalian and avian species.  Duties include processing samples in accordance with standardized procedures for virus isolation and viral serological tests; assures quality control of reagents, test kits and in-house laboratory controls; monitors and maintains all laboratory equipment; prepares and maintains adequate amounts of reagents as needed; maintains inventory of stock of laboratory supplies; interacts with clients as needed to facilitate reporting of test results; computer data entry of test results and processing of paperwork for client distribution.

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The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provide services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians.  The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Click Here to Watch this video to Learn How to ApplyThe Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position.  We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• General theoretical knowledge of the variety of laboratory procedures applicable to virology, serology or immunology, or other related disciplines.

• Ability to use laboratory equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to make accurate observations and written reports of findings.

MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES:

• Virology and/or Serology laboratory experience.

You may qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience, either through years of education or years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.

Bachelor's degree in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science from an appropriately accredited institution; or

Associate degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in a medical laboratory; or

Completion of a Certified Laboratory Assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course and three years of experience in a medical laboratory; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.

Please follow instructions to apply on-line.  It is important that your application includes all of your relevant education and experience.

Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.  Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.

All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety sensitive positions and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing.  All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals.

Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment.  If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

• Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete.*

Questions regarding this posting?  Contact 919-707-3201.