Biotechnology Technician

Budgeted Salary Range: Initial placement will be between $24.88 – $27.12/Hour, commensurate with educational background and relevant working experience.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened after two weeks; and then on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

Under general supervision, in both a BSL2 and BSL3 facility, perform the daily functions of a high throughput diagnostic laboratory including performance of nucleic-acid based detection using real time PCR and Standard PCR technology, processing samples for extraction of DNA and RNA from clinical samples, and maintaining documentation records in accordance with standard operating procedures. 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Experience using computer skills to efficiently perform data entry, retrieval and to conduct computer searches in GenBank or similar databases.

• Knowledge of diagnostic lab quality control procedures and standards with associated skills to understand and follow detailed technical protocols, published procedures and methods, and equipment operations manuals.

• Skills to perform veterinary diagnostic biotechnology methods, including electrophoresis, standard and real-time PCR, nucleic acid sequence analysis, and DNA and RNA extraction in a high throughput environment.

• Knowledge and understanding of virology, molecular biology, genetics, and immunology sufficient to understand, interpret and follow published or documented techniques and procedures.

• Skills in mathematics and chemistry to perform calculations and prepare reagents, buffers, and dilutions.

• Skills to manage, store, and track samples and reagents in an efficient and accurate manner, including skills to use methods of containment, decontamination and disposal of infectious and bio hazardous materials.

Preferred:

• Organizational skills to set priorities and meet deadlines.

• Skills to perform cost-effective ordering and/or use of laboratory and office supplies and equipment.

• Skills to organize and prioritize individual workload under guidance of supervisor.

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.

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at 

http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=257164

Job ID # 52078

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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