University of Wyoming Medical Laboratory Sciences

Join our laboratory team!

We're looking for a passionate Medical Laboratory Professional to join our team!

If you enjoy mentoring future medical laboratory professionals and making a difference in healthcare education, this may be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Casper College is currently hiring a Part-Time Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Clinical Instructor in Casper, Wyoming.

We're looking for someone with a BS in Medical Laboratory Science, ASCP certification (or equivalent), and a genuine passion for teaching and student success.

Applications close on August 18, 2026.

Know someone who would be a great fit—or is it you? Click the link below to learn more about the position and submit your application. We'd love to hear from you!

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📣Calling all UWSOP Alumni!

We are celebrating 80 years of the UW School of Pharmacy program and want to share your stories!

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Congratulations to Riley Graham, MB (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), MLT (ASCP)!

Hard work, perseverance, and a passion for lifelong learning have led to another remarkable achievement. Riley has successfully passed the ASCP Specialist in Molecular Biology (MB) certification examination!

A proud alumna of the Medical Laboratory Science Program at the University of Wyoming and the Medical Laboratory Technician Program at Casper College, Riley continues to raise the bar as she pursues her PhD. She shared that earning this certification was incredibly exciting and will be invaluable in supporting her doctoral studies and future research.

Congratulations, Riley! Your dedication to advancing laboratory science is inspiring, and we wish you continued success as you make meaningful contributions to the profession. The future is bright—keep reaching for your goals! Keep going! 👏

Imagine a world where common infections can no longer be treated. This could become reality as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites develop resistance to antimicrobial medicines. 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 (𝗔𝗠𝗥) makes infections harder to treat, increasing the risk of severe illness, disability, and death.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗪𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲?
• Over 4.7 million deaths were associated with bacterial AMR in 2021.
• 1 in 6 laboratory-confirmed bacterial infections were antibiotic-resistant in 2023.
• By 2050, AMR could cause 10 million deaths annually and threaten US$100 trillion in global economic output.
• Modern healthcare- including surgery, chemotherapy, organ transplantation, and neonatal care- depends on effective antibiotics.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗠𝗥?
• Misuse and overuse of antibiotics
• Self-medication and inappropriate prescribing
• Poor infection prevention and control
• Incomplete antibiotic courses
• Limited diagnostics, vaccines, and new antibiotics

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗯𝘂𝗴𝘀
Superbugs are microorganisms resistant to multiple antibiotics, such as:
⁃ MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)
⁃ VRE (Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus)
⁃ ESBL-producing Enterobacterales
⁃ Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE)
⁃ Multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa
⁃ Multidrug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗠𝗥?
• Use antibiotics only when necessary and as prescribed.
• Base treatment on culture and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) whenever possible.
• Complete the full course of antibiotics.
• Strengthen infection prevention, vaccination, and antimicrobial stewardship.
• Improve access to diagnostics, surveillance, and research for new antimicrobials.

Symptoms usually begin about 1 week after exposure but can start anywhere from 2 days to more than 2 weeks later. Illness may last from a few days to over a month, and symptoms can improve and then return.

The good news is that Cyclospora is treatable with antibiotics, so if you develop symptoms, contact your healthcare provider.

How to reduce your risk:
Wash your hands before preparing food, eating, or drinking.
Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables before eating. While washing helps remove dirt and debris, cooking is the only way to destroy the parasite.
Foods that have been associated with Cyclospora include raspberries, basil, salad mixes, cilantro, green onions, and snap peas.

If you become sick:
Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms are severe or persistent.
Avoid swimming for at least 2 weeks after diarrhea has completely stopped to help prevent spreading the illness.

Staying informed and practicing good food safety and hand hygiene can help protect you and your family.

“A GREAT DAY!” Celebrating 136 years of Wyoming 🦬

A mysterious parasite outbreak is growing across the U.S. — and health officials still don't know what's behind it.

More than 1,000 cases have been reported in Michigan and more than 500 in Ohio as Cyclospora infections continue to climb across dozens of states.

The hallmark symptom is watery, often "explosive" diarrhea that can last for weeks or even months if left untreated, according to the CDC.

Investigators are still working to identify the source of the outbreak. No deaths have been reported.