Veterinary Sample Processing Specialist - Accessioning

The primary duties entail performing all aspects of VDL pre-analytical work including: receive and open packages from couriers and delivery service, organize, accession, and label samples, data, entry and data entry verification.

  • 520249
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Veterinary Diagnostic Lab
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Opening on: Aug 1 2025
  • Closing on: Aug 24 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (KVDL) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for Laboratory Client Service Assistant. The successful applicant will be a team member in the Accessioning Lab, the hub of KVDL. The primary duties entail performing all aspects of VDL pre-analytical work (receive and open packages from couriers and delivery service, organize, accession, and label samples, data entry and data entry verification). May also perform additional client services and support tasks as necessary and time allows. The successful applicant must have the communication and interpersonal skills needed to work as a team member. This accessioning lab receives a high volume of samples and thus requires the ability to work and enter data quickly while maintaining excellent attention to details.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a high school diploma and one year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree
  • One year of veterinary laboratory sample handling/accessioning
  • General experience with computer software and experience using LIMS system
  • Use of a computer to enter/generate data in VetView and Microsoft Office software
  • Knowledge of clinical specimens/testing and medical data bases as documented in the application materials
  • Animal Science/Veterinary Medical experience/education

Additional licenses / registrations / certifications:

  • Valid drivers license

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

Application Window

Application window closes on August 24, 2025.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$14.90 - $25.32/hour

 

 

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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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