Position Title:Medical Technician
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Associate's degree in Medical Lab Technology or equivalent. Certified as a medical lab technician or equivalent.
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Iowa State University is seeking a detail oriented Medical Laboratory Technician to join the Clinical Pathology Laboratory in the College of Veterinary Medicine. This role supports diagnostic testing across a wide range of animal species and plays an important part in both patient care and the teaching mission of the college.
This position is a great opportunity for someone interested in entering the field of animal diagnostics. Prior animal experience is not required, and training will be provided to help you build the skills needed for veterinary laboratory work.
Position SummaryThe Medical Laboratory Technician performs diagnostic testing on clinical and research samples, supports daily laboratory operations, and helps ensure the quality and accuracy of results. In addition to technical responsibilities, this role contributes to training veterinary students, residents, and new staff in a collaborative, teaching focused environment.
Position Details- Full time position- Location: College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa-Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM , with rotating 4 hour shift on Saturday (9am - 12pm).
Key Responsibilities- Perform diagnostic testing on multi species samples, including hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, serology, cytology, and coagulation- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and analyzers to ensure accurate and timely results- Carry out blood banking procedures, including crossmatching and related testing- Enter, review, and manage test data in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)- Conduct quality control checks and troubleshoot equipment as needed to maintain high laboratory standards- Train students, residents, and new staff on laboratory procedures, equipment use, and best practices- Assist with inventory management, including monitoring supplies and coordinating restocking- Prepare and organize samples for referral testing and maintain accurate laboratory records- Support general laboratory operations and contribute to a clean, safe, and efficient work environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a Diagnostic or clinical laboratory.
Experience in laboratory techniques, including sample preparation, staining, and microscopy.
Additional years working as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position will remain open until filled; however, applications received by May 20th will be given full consideration.
Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS806
Original Posting Date: May 6, 2026
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R19162
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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
