Laboratory Technician Supervisor
State of Louisiana
About this Job
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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life.
We’re seeking a Laboratory Technician Supervisor to supervise employees performing animal colony maintenance duties at our New Iberia Research Center team.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience as a laboratory technician; OR
An associate or bachelor’s degree in medical technology, nursing, clinical laboratory science, or a biological, physical, or chemical science plus two years of experience as a laboratory technician; OR
Certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science plus two years of experience as a laboratory technician; OR
Certification as a Laboratory Animal Technologist by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science plus one year of experience as a laboratory technician.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions in Human Testing Laboratory environments must be licensed to practice as either a Laboratory Assistant or a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Technician in the State of Louisiana as required by Louisiana Clinical Laboratory Personnel Law R.S. 37:1311-1329 and the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.Job Specification
- The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
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Inspects buildings, grounds, and equipment to determine need for various types of repairs or maintenance work.
Inspects work in progress and upon completion for compliance with standards.
Makes estimates of cost of labor and materials and requisitions supplies and equipment.
Makes sketches of proposed changes to be made in renovation of buildings.
Makes assignments of subordinates or crews providing a variety of maintenance, construction, or repair.
Supervises journeyman-level carpentry, plumbing, electrical, plastering, painting, and other maintenance work.
Supervises the servicing and repair of a variety of basic lawn mowers, refrigerators, stoves, hot water mechanical equipment.
Prepares time, work, and maintenance reports.
Evaluates performance of employees and performs limited administrative functions (leave approval, time, absentees, etc.).
Appointment Type: Probational
Work Location: New Iberia Research Center 4401 W. Admiral Doyle Dr. New Iberia, LA 70506
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Compensation: $18.38 per hour
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To ApplyNo Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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Contact InformationFor further information about this vacancy, contact:
Taronsler Faye Cormier
Human Resources Specialist
faye.cormier@louisiana.edu
University of Louisiana at Lafayette – Human Resources