Diagnostic Technician -Toxicology

This position will support daily testing in the analytical laboratory. These tasks include but are not limited to: performing analytical testing, helping order supplies, updating daily logs, chemical inventory, and waste management. Employee will ...

  • 520131
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Veterinary Diagnostic Lab
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Opening on: Jul 3 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

This position will support daily testing in the analytical laboratory. The primary role will focus on assistance in test development and testing of water samples for the Kansas Water Institute in veterinary cases.  These tasks include but are not limited to: performing analytical testing, helping order supplies, updating daily logs, chemical inventory, and waste management. Employee will be expected to prepare samples for diagnostic testing following SOPs in place and in accordance with AAVLD guidelines independently and within time constraint

Worksite Option

This position is on-site

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Diagnostic Technician I: Requires a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience. This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager.
  • Diagnostic Technician II: Requires an associate degree and two years of relevant experience. This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Chemistry, Biology, or related fields
  • Previous laboratory experience, preferably in Chemistry
  • Organization skills, time management skills, and problem-solving capabilities
  • Experience working within a set of pre-determined accreditation standards

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
  3. Contact information for three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

  • Diagnostic Technician I: $16.76-$28.49 hourly
  • Diagnostic Technician II: $18.86-$32.05 hourly

Hiring manager will determine appropriate position level candidates will be hired into based on candidate education, experience, and department needs.

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Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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