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Job Title Technician IV Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department Entomology Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Technician IV serves as a pivotal member of the laboratory team, demonstrating advanced expertise in diagnostic laboratory functions.  The technician will play a critical role in evaluating colony health, processing diagnostic samples, and contributing to ongoing research focused on honey bee pests, pathogens, and colony performance.  Responsibilities: - Perform diagnostic testing on honey bee samples to detect pests, pathogens, and other health indicators using microscopy and molecular techniques. -Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory and diagnostic equipment. -Collect, process, label, and analyze honey bee, brood, or hive product samples following standardized protocols to ensure timely diagnostics. -Maintain laboratory records and digital data documentation for all incoming samples. -Monitor and maintain inventory of lab supplies, reagents, and chemicals. -Ensure safe handling and disposal of hazardous and biological waste. -Support field sample collection efforts and assists with beekeeper outreach related to sample submission procedures. -Conduct honey bee dissections and routine diagnostic tests such as Nosema sp. counts, virus screenings, and genetic testing. -Assist with quality assurance, method validation, and standard operating procedures for honey bee diagnostics. -Other duties as required. Required Education and Experience: - Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. -Two years of related experience. Preferred Experience: -Previous laboratory experience with honey bee sample processing, molecular diagnostics (e.g., PCR, Whole Genome Sequencing), microscopy, and/or pathogen screening is highly desirable. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: -A bility to work independently and collaboratively in diagnostic or research-focused environments, with a high level of attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to data accuracy and integrity. - Good communication and computer skills. - Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Strong foundational knowledge of honeybee biology, pathology, and standard beekeeping practices, with an emphasis on diagnostic procedures and colony health evaluation. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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