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SRA 3 (Diagnostic Veterinary Virology Technician)

Job Summary

Under general direction of the faculty supervisor, manage and perform diagnostic testing and related activities in the CAHFS-Davis Avian and Mammalian virology sections and participate in development, evaluation, and validation of new or improved virus isolation techniques and confirmation testing procedures, including molecular and sequence analysis-based techniques. In consultation with the academic section leader manages special projects for multiple diagnostic disciplines. Responsible for genetic sequence evaluation, interpretation and phylogeny analysis for diagnostic use and as a component of publishable research and development efforts.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary Range

$5,193.43-$8,351.10/Month

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

Yes

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply By Date

12/19/2022


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lift boxes and equipment weighing up to 30 lbs.

Be able to perform repetitive motions, pipetting. Must wear laboratory required/supplied PPE and participate in Health Surveillance Program.

This position is subject to prophylactic vaccination for rabies, as well as medical surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.

Tolerate strong odors and the sight of exposed animal tissues and blood products, and to handle/dispose of infectious materials.

May, at times, work with or be in areas where biohazardous and chemical materials and infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards of the position are, but are not limited to salmonella, Listeria, E. coli, Campylobacter, hot acids, bases, ethers and other chemicals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to complete Select Agent background clearance procedures.
This position is not eligible for remote work, due to the nature of the essential responsibilities.

Due to the potential work with poultry diseases, ownership and handling of birds is not allowed.
Electronic devices, such as cell phone, iPod, etc., usage will be restricted inside the lab.

This position is subject to UCD's vaccination program (Influenza, SARS-CoV-2, is/might subject to prophylactic vaccination for rabies), and Medical/Health Surveillance Program/Procedures/Review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm (Work schedule might be slightly different during the training period)
Work flexible schedule as needed to complete projects and meet deadlines.
Mandatory weekend and holiday rotation.
Restricted/Limited vacation during peak workload periods (i.e. Outbreaks, Fiscal Close, Audits Periods, etc.)
Occasional travel to CAHFS branch laboratories, conferences, etc.
THIS IS NOT AN H1B/J1 OPPORTUNITY. Candidate must be legally permitted to work in the United States and not subject to revocation.
This is not a research position. The position is located in a diagnostic laboratory where quality control and assurance as well as meticulous working habits are essential.
Per the terms and agreements of the department's contracts and grants, the position requires signing of a Confidentiality Agreement or Non-Disclosure Agreement regarding testing and client information.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Master's degree and work experience in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, or closely related fields or equivalent combination of education and experience in Next Generation Sequencing and bioinformatics.

• Recent experience in NGS data management and analysis utilizing various bioinformatics packages and pipelines.

• Experience with one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, or C/C++.
• A comprehensive understanding of public sequence repositories (i.e. GenBank) and how to obtain and upload sequence data from them.

• Knowledge and skills to develop, implement, perform, critically evaluate, quality control, and resolve technical problems related to molecular testing procedures.

• Knowledge and experience to instruct, technically train, and provide consultation to technical and professional personnel.

• Flexibility to quickly adapt to changing technology, schedules, and work environment.

Preferred:

• Experience with virus isolation procedures including, propagating and maintaining primary and continuous cell lines, and methods of containment, decontamination and disposal of infectious and biohazardous materials.

• Experience developing, implementing, and utilizing Quality Assurance programs in a diagnostic environment.

• Knowledge and skills to perform complex diagnostic and assay development techniques utilizing virology, molecular biology and immunology under prescribed laboratory quality assurance and quality control guidelines.

• Strong interpersonal and organization skills to work effectively in fast paced, service oriented diagnostic BSL2 and BSL3 laboratory settings. Interest in statistic and data analysis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

No Smoking

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Salary Range

$5,193.43-$8,351.10/Month

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

Yes

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply By Date

12/19/2022


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=43595&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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