Diagnostic Support Technician

Cambridge Technologies

Position Guidelines

JOB TITLE: Diagnostics Support Technician

CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT

DEPARTMENT: Diagnostics

DATE REVISED: 09-25-26

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for supporting diagnostic laboratory operations through specialized functions in bacteriology and sample accessioning. The incumbent ensures accurate sample intake, tracking, and data integrity within laboratory systems, while performing bacterial culture, isolation, and identification in accordance with established laboratory standards.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Reports to: Director of Diagnostics

Supervises: None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs sample accessioning, including receipt, logging, labeling, and entry into laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Ensures accurate documentation of sample metadata, including source, test requests, and processing requirements.
• Assists with the bacteriology workflows, including sample processing, plating, incubation, and colony selection.
• Handle tissues and bacteria of animal origin.
• Conducts bacterial species identification using MALDI-TOF and other approved methodologies.
• Assists with Mycoplasma isolation procedures, including filtration, inoculation, and culture in selective media.
• Prepares samples and isolates for additional testing.
• Preserves and inventories confirmed bacterial isolates in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Ensures accurate documentation of culture results, sample status, and storage locations.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work areas in accordance with laboratory standards, including autoclaving and washing labware.
• Ensures compliance with the Company Handbook and all Cambridge Technologies policies and procedures.
• Performs routine serological testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline is required. 2 years of relevant laboratory experience is preferred. Experience with microbial culture techniques and aseptic techniques is preferred. Familiarity with bacterial identification methods and LIMS or sample accessioning processes preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to accurately document and communicate laboratory information in written and verbal formats. Ability to follow detailed procedures and communicate effectively with laboratory personnel.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform basic laboratory calculations and interpret quantitative data. Ability to accurately record and verify data within laboratory systems.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to follow established procedures and identify deviations or inconsistencies. Ability to troubleshoot routine laboratory and data-related issues. Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Proficiency with data entry and laboratory systems. Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk, and to use hands to handle or operate laboratory and office equipment. The employee may occasionally be required to reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and to communicate effectively. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 40 pounds, with infrequent lifting of up to 55 pounds.

The employee must receive rabies virus immunizations upon hire as part of standard safety protocols.