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Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Is this an internal only recruitment? No Position Title Medical Lab Tech/Specialist - Journey Working Title Medical Lab Tech/Specialist Position Number 00054807 Vacancy ID P009917 Budgeted Hiring Range $51,899 - $60,548 Pay Band Information

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Salary Grade Equivalent 70/GN10 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Hours per week 40 Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.

Occasional holidays, weekends and inclement weather.

Department Name and Number Pathology Lab Med - Nephropath-413803 Date First Posted 04/01/2019 Closing Date 04/26/2019 Position Location Chapel Hill, NC Position Posting Category Research Professionals Position Summary Information

Department Description

The Division of Nephropathology is within the School of Medicine, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, UNC-CH. The primary purposes of the Division of Nephropathology are to provide diagnostic evaluation of renal biopsy specimens, and to carry out research on the causes and natural history of native renal and renal transplant diseases including studies on mouse models. The diagnostic activities serve two roles: 1) to provide a diagnostic service to physicians and patients throughout the state and region, and 2) to obtain information and materials that are used for IRB-approved clinical and pathologic research on renal diseases.

The three coequal missions of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine are to: 1) provide exceptional, comprehensive, clinically effective and cost effective pathology and laboratory medicine services to UNC HealthCare patients; 2) teach clinical and scientific concepts of pathology and laboratory medicine, and mechanisms of disease to a wide variety of learners, including medical students, postdoctoral residents, MD fellows, PhD graduate students, and undergraduate students; and 3) advance the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine, and the knowledge of diseases and disease mechanisms through innovative research spanning the spectrum from basic to translational to clinical.

The Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine performs anatomic and clinical diagnostic tests on both an inpatient and an outpatient basis, and performs autopsies, when requested by clinicians. The Department has a MD Residency Training Program in the Office of Graduate Medical Education. In the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department is responsible for the teaching of undergraduate level courses. In the Graduate School, the department has a graduate program in experimental pathology which offers both M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

This department is devoted to research in many diverse areas of expertise. Many of the research initiatives are nationally and internationally known, and the Chair is dedicated to further expansion of the breadth of the research endeavors. Most research is wholly managed and funded by contracts and grants within the Department.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Position Description

The technologist will have the primary purpose of performing diagnostic laboratory procedures on tissue specimens obtained from patients with renal disease (light microscopy, immunofluorescence microscopy, electron microscopy). The technologist is responsible for processing, embedding, sectioning, staining and storage/retrieval of samples submitted for diagnostic testing, mainly microscopy. The technologist will establish staining protocols. Job duties include cross-training in all histological techniques used by the laboratory including, but not limited to, light, electron and immunofluorescence microscopy techniques and immunohistological methodologies. The technologist assists with other duties, such as, general laboratory maintenance, according to UNC-CH, SOM, OSHA, and other regulatory bodies, maintaining logs and laboratory operating manuals, ordering supplies and appropriately managing laboratory waste. The technologist will participate in training activities and serve as a technical resource for residents/fellows, graduate students, new staff and other scientists seeking knowledge of histologic procedures. Work will additionally require participation in evaluating new methods, kits, procedures and equipment as well as quality assessment activities such as monitoring equipment, quality control and proficiency testing. This will include quality improvement activities and health and safety oversight for laboratory microscopy services. These responsibilities require a high degree of technical and organizational ability, and a solid educational background in biological sciences. The technologist will also participate in various experimental studies and will provide technical help and input as needed. This may require handling mice or other laboratory animals. Work is supervised by higher level medical laboratory personnel and the director of the division.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require compliance with current Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Solid hands-on knowledge of general laboratory procedures and basic molecular techniques, including the extraction of nucleotides and PCR assays, and demonstrated experience with microtomy, pipetting, microscopy, basic statistical analysis, basic computer applications (Excel, office word, Adobe), preparation of specimens for microscopic procedures including light, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry and some electron microscopy. Able to work independently and collaboratively with other lab technical personnel, fellows and faculty. Have attention to detail and be able to maintain laboratory equipment logs, supplies, specimen records, records of quality assurance, laboratory SOPs and follow patient record confidentiality. Must be comfortable training students and technicians on laboratory techniques and safety processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science with two or more years’ experience in a clinical or research laboratory; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional Training/Experience: Two or more years’ experience with laboratory and histology techniques (including immunohistochemistry), equipment and terminology in general area of immunology and microscopy is required. Solid experience in a research environment with hands-on experience in molecular and cell biology is preferred. Certification as an HTL or HT is preferred but not required.

Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical and Mental Requirements Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Laboratory, Overtime occasionally, Animal Handler (non-DLAM), Carcinogen handlers (Labworkers), Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials Position Attributes Severe Weather Essential Stimulus/ARRA Funded No Quick Link http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/158996 Contact Information

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Medical Laboratory Technologist position.
   • Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate with a degree in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science
   • Associate's with a degree in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science and at least 2 years of related experience
   • Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate in any field and at least 4 years of related experience
   • Combination of post-high school education and experience to equal at least 4 years of experience in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science. (ex: 1 year towards a degree and 3 years of experience)
   • Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and experience to equal at least 8 years of related experience (ex. 3 years of high school and 5 years of experience)
   • None of the above
2. * This position is essential to ensure continued, uninterrupted University operations, during periods of adverse weather and/or emergency situations and the employee will be required to work during days that the University will otherwise be closed, will this be a problem for you?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have the ability to work with mice?
   • Yes
   • No