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🥝 Laboratory Technologist

Mississippi State University | brandon, United-States | Posted June 05, 2026

Job Description

Veterinary Laboratory Technologist In Molecular Diagnostics

The Veterinary Laboratory Technologist in Molecular Diagnostics performs routine and high-throughput molecular diagnostic testing to support the detection and characterization of animal pathogens. The position focuses on PCR-based assays and related molecular techniques, ensuring accurate, timely, and quality-compliant results to support veterinary diagnostic services.

Salary Grade: 13

Area of Specialization: MVRDL

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Sample preparation, and nucleic acid extraction (DNA/RNA) from a variety of veterinary specimens
  • Set up and run molecular assays, including conventional and real-time PCR (qPCR) methodologies following established SOPs
  • Conduct post-amplification analysis and preliminary result review in accordance with laboratory protocols
  • Operate, maintain, and calibrate molecular laboratory instrumentation (e.g.,...

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