November 7, 2024

South Dakota Board of Regents

Brookings

Laboratory Program Assistant

Working Title

Laboratory Program Assistant

Posting Number

CSA02208P

Department

SDSU-Animal Disease Res & Diagnostic Lab

Physical Location of Position (City)

Brookings

Posting Text

South Dakota State University (SDSU) is currently seeking a Laboratory Program Assistant with strong attention to detail and good organizational skills to join our Animal Disease Research & Diagnostic Lab (ADRDL). The South Dakota Animal Disease Research & Diagnostic Laboratory is a full service, AAVLD accredited diagnostic laboratory that conducts approximately 500,000 veterinary diagnostic tests a year.

Job Responsibilities: To provide laboratory support for the specimen receiving and all diagnostic sections at the ADRDL. The fundamental purpose of this position is to assist program professionals while following established SOP’s to track and accession animal samples in support of pathology and ante-mortem testing at ADRDL; decide how best to manage, track, and reflect changes in information in support of the sample submission process; and manage technical activities related to organization of sample submissions, reporting and billing. In performing these duties, this position performs activities that require understanding of ADRDL invoicing procedures. In addition, this position will also answer the phone and direct calls, distribute mail and answer emails.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of laboratory test
Basic principles, practices, and procedures of laboratory testing
Laboratory procedures, operation, and terminology
Safe laboratory practices

Skill & Ability to:

Read and follow SOPs
Work independently as well as part of a team
Use effective verbal communication
Organizational skills
Prioritize work to meet demanding deadlines
Obtain a rabies vaccine (ADRDL will cover the cost)

Required License: Valid driver’s license

Comments: South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the university to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to the university’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Posting #:

Benefits: South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.

Application Procedures: South Dakota State University accepts applications through an online employment site; to apply, visit https://Your Future.sdbor.edu. [SE8801 – 40642]

Posting Date

11/06/2024

Closing Date

11/13/2024

Open Until Filled

First Consideration Date

Advertised Salary

$20.63 - $23.20/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term

12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

M-F 8-5

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures.

South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.

As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, Aberdeen and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.

SDSU was recognized as one of 54 institutions in the United States as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities in 2014. The university’s total research expenditures are greater than $60 million. SDSU is the state’s first High Research Activity institution as classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Jackrabbits Athletics competes as a NCAA Division I member, with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling.

Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Livability.com rates Brookings as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees. It considers Brookings among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.

The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school and a high school.

The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, Mc Crory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact SDSU Human Resources at 605-688-4128.