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This week’s job of the week is a Medical Technologist I with the MSU Health Team in the histocompatibility laboratory. In this lab, general responsibilities include molecular HLA typing, antibody testing on the Luminex, flow cytometry crossmatch testing, and general quality assurance.

Eligible candidates for this role will have completed a four-year college degree program in Medical Technology and one year internship at an approved institution laboratory; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology, urinalysis and coagulation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and certification as a Medical Technologist or eligible as MT(ASCP) or CLS (NCA). Another desired qualification includes one year of pertinent laboratory experience and CHT (ASHI) certification.

For more details on the responsibilities and requirements of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please visit careers.msu.edu. Internal applicants should access postings through the Careers @ MSU tile in the EBS Portal.

The online learning platform elevateU has a new MSU Highlighted Program available to all MSU faculty and staff called “Building a High Performing Work Culture”. This program is filled with courses, videos, books and more to help all levels of MSU faculty and staff increase their professional and personal development. The resources cover a range of topics, with anything from dealing with workplace conflict to creating formulas in Excel.

Along with the new MSU Highlighted Program, elevateU has a new look with an updated graphic identity and homepage. Click one of the tiles on the homepage to go directly into the “Building a High Performing Work Culture” program. Tiles are grouped into categories to allow for easier access to key resources. Check out the video below to learn more about what elevateU has to offer.

You can login to elevateU here with your MSU NetID and Password.

Who, or actually what, is ALEX? A virtual benefits counselor to help you make the best decisions this Open Enrollment period! During Open Enrollment, ALEX will be available to take you through your benefits options and provide a summary of suggestions and estimates tailored to you.

Here are three important things to know about the ALEX tool:

1. It’s personalized, so you can see which plan makes the most sense for YOU.
2. It’s fun to use; there’s no complicated legal terminology. This tool makes your benefits easy to understand.
3. It’s confidential, so you can get the guidance you need without revealing all of your personal information.

Visit the MSU HR website to meet ALEX and learn more about this tool.

This tool is for educational purposes; open enrollment is still done through the EBS Portal. For assistance using ALEX, or to understand your benefits’ options, please contact the HR Solutions Center at 517-353-4434 or SolutionsCenter@hr.msu.edu.

This week we are highlighting a Senior Purchasing Agent/Supervisor with the Purchasing Department. This position supervises a team of procurement professionals responsible for a broad range of commodities and services. In addition, this position conducts complex procurement and contractual assignments. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Procurement, the Senior Purchasing Agent formulates specifications for unique, multi-faceted, and/or large-scale purchases with a value up to $500,000; processes sealed bids, RFIs, RFQs and RFPs; negotiates, approves and administers contracts; processes purchase orders with related documentation; and ensures compliance with university policies and procedures along with federal and state requirements and all applicable laws.

For more details on the responsibilities of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please visit careers.msu.edu. Internal applicants should access postings through the Careers @ MSU tiles in the EBS Portal.

This week we are highlighting a Police Officer (posting #457691) with the Michigan State University Police Department. MSU Police officers are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct while protecting the MSU community and taking proactive measures to prevent crime. Officers patrol a nearly 13 square mile campus mixed with urban and rural elements. Community policing is strongly emphasized through a neighborhood model to enhance the safety and security of students, faculty, staff and visitors. Applicants should clearly state their Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) status as part of the application.

For more details on the responsibilities of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please visit careers.msu.edu. Internal applicants should access postings through the Careers @ MSU tile in the EBS Portal.

This week we are highlighting a Communications Coordinator (posting #455826) with the MSU Alumni Association. Reporting to the MSU Alumni Association Marketing and Communications Director, the Communications Coordinator will be responsible for organizing and overseeing the creation of promotional materials and brand identity for the MSU Alumni Association programming, events and activities through the development, design, creation and production of various mediums (paper, electronic, web, etc.) The Communications Coordinator will participate as a member of the MSU Alumni Association administrative team to articulate design priorities, receive information and communicate project status. The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for a book of work that may include projects such as Grandparents University, MSU Homecoming Week events and activities, MSU Travel programs, Alumni University, the President’s Graduation Receptions, Sparty Mascot Program, athletic related events such as Bowl Game Tours, Championship Tournaments, MSU Ring March and Alumni Engagement Activities.

For a complete description of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please visit careers.msu.edu. Internal applicants should access postings through the Careers @ MSU tile in the EBS Portal.

In our technology-dependent world, it’s important to follow safe computing practices so that you are protected against viruses, spyware and scams. If your computer is infected with spyware and viruses, your personal and financial information is at risk.

In order to keep yourself and your information safe, there are several computer best practices that you should be following with your personal devices:

1. Be sure to turn on your personal firewall.
2. Perform regular operating system, software and app updates because they usually include security patches.
3. Install antivirus and antispyware software on your computer.
4. Upgrade to the latest version of your browser and take advantage of the security features that they offer.

You can learn more about computer best practices on the SecureIT website. SecureIT also provides information on phishing, passwords and file sharing/copyright.