Career Opportunities

SHINE THROUGH AT VIRACOR
ViraCor is a great place to work because employees are more than a number; everyone is a part of the team.  ViraCor combines an atmosphere of do your jobs well, have fun, and enjoy life.”  - Joe Skopec, Research Scientist since 2001

Every day, ViraCor works to save the lives of patients battling opportunistic infections due to immune system suppression, and our associates are a vital component of our success.  We are always looking for talented and committed individuals to join us. Our team-oriented environment enables us to challenge, mentor, and create opportunities so that each individual is able to shine. In doing so, we have created a culture so unique in the marketplace, it takes seeing it to believe it. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and a rewarding benefits package for our associates.

Media Screen Coordinator

• At least 2 years experience with web design
• Web internet development experience required
• Strong HTML, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, ASP, and Dreamweaver skills required
• Macromedia Flash, Adobe Photoshop, IIS, ASP.Net, XML, XSL, and web analytics preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, multi-tasker, with the ability to think on your feet
• Highly independent and motivated
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word and Outlook)
• Familiarity with design issues particular to website design including web graphics optimization, screen resolution considerations, and cross-browser compatibility
• Work effectively with project team to resolve implementation issues
• Experience in streaming media deployment a plus
• Attention to detail when brining creative concepts to life
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective work relationships with others and a positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks  

• Implement interactive media solutions involving audio, video, animation, and web formats and technologies 
• Development and support of electronic detail aids, quiz games, online rich user experiences, multimedia applications, editing video and audio,  encoding & compression, DVD authoring and writing of technical specification for rich media applications
• Responsible for testing their work to make sure that it meets quality assurance standards
• Work with members of the Marketing department on online marketing campaigns
• Integrate various media components into internet applications using the appropriate encoding and compression methods
• Trouble shooting codes and debugging applications
• Participate in project and team meetings
• This position requires a close working relationship with the CEO and the Director of IT

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Network Administrator

• A minimum of 7-8 year’s network administration experience
• BS degree in Information System Technology or equivalent
• Experience with Windows Server 2003, Active Directory and MS Exchange 2003
• Knowledge of Windows server file and user security best practices
• Experience with installing and maintaining MS Exchange server
• Experience with IP routing and Sonicwall firewall or equivalent
• Experience with installing and maintaining VPN and remote access environments

• Windows Server hardware and operating system installation
• MS Exchange and MS SQL server installation, maintenance and patch updates
• DHCP scope, DNS, and IP address schema maintenance
• Troubleshooting and resolving server and workstation issues
• Working in a complex technology environment
• Ensuring network and server up-time
• After hour server patch updates and maintenance

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Clinical Laboratory Scientist

• BS degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science
• 1-2 years clinical laboratory experience
• Molecular diagnostics experience preferred

• Perform technical assays on human body fluids according to ViraCor’s standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines
• Follows standard operating procedures regarding acceptance and rejection of test results including review of all quality control acceptability and recording all remedial action if runs are not acceptable
• Adheres to established processing times while maintaining the highest quality test results and most efficient use of resources
• Accurately prepares, labels and stores reagents, standards, controls, proficiency testing material and patient specimens for analysis
• Documents all quality assurance activities including preventative maintenance logs, instrument function checks, troubleshooting, quality control and temperature checks to ensure regulatory compliance
• Operates and maintains all laboratory instruments keeping appropriate documentation; reports equipment malfunction to supervisor or senior CLS;
• Recognizes abnormal results, alert values, and sources of error and interfering substances and initiates corrective action when indicated
• Instructs physician (nurse and/or laboratory personnel) in correct specimen collection procedures
• Disposes of bio-hazardous materials, chemical waste, sharp and other potentially hazardous materials according to policy.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and solutions to assure uninterrupted workflow
• Participates in continuing education and ViraCor training programs

• Performs laboratory tests with increasing competency and productivity in accordance with the standards and safety requirements of ViraCor
• Takes direction from Laboratory Supervisors and other members of the laboratory management team
• Brings ideas, thoughts and concerns to Laboratory Management Team
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Looks for ways to improve laboratory processes and eliminate waste of resources
• Assumes responsibility of risk and safety issues associated with position
• Maintains an atmosphere and environment consistent with the values of ViraCor and the attributes of ViraCor Associates

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ViraCor Laboratories

1001 NW Technology Dr.

Lee's Summit, MO 64086

ViraCor Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or marital status or other protected status covered by federal, state, or local law.