As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 211 Bailey Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14586 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Department: 500232 Microbiology SMH Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCC 213 H Compensation Range: $33.84 - $43.99 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Responsibilities:** This Technologist is responsible for the timely and accurate analysis of patient samples utilizing moderately to highly complex methods. Responsibilities include specimen identification and accessioning in the Laboratory Information System, gram stains, direct antigen testing, molecular methods, and culture identification with susceptibility testing. Participate in instruction of various medical personnel at the bench. They are also responsible for routine maintenance of lab instruments/ equipment, routine quality control and adherence to all lab policies TYPICAL DUTIES: Set up and processing of samples for Microbiology testing. Testing of patient samples using gram stain and rapid EIA and PCR technologies, sorting and organizing patient samples for testing and storage; adherence to quality control and quality assurance protocols; reporting results of testing via LIS/ instrument interface, as well as manual data entry; answering telephone inquiries; maintaining laboratory stock of kits/ reagents; performing daily/ weekly/ monthly preventative maintenance on lab equipment; participating in training of technologists. Required: - Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biology and 1 year of relevant clinical laboratory experience required or - Associate's degree (AAS) with a total of 90 credit hours (per NYS distribution requirements) and 1 year of relevant clinical laboratory experience required - Or equivalent combination of education and experience - Licensed Clinical Lab Technologist per New York State upon hire required Preferred: - BS in Medical Technology with clinical laboratory experience and NYS license in the Clinical Laboratory Technologist category. **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations. Notice: If you are a **Current** **Employee,** please **log into myURHR** to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. **Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.** Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.