LAB AST 3 (Laboratory Assistant)

University of California Davis, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Davis, CALIFORNIA

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Posted: 11-Feb-24

Location: Davis, California

Salary: Open

Categories:


Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5011078



LAB AST 3 (Laboratory Assistant)
Department Description
Want to be part of an early warning system that helps to protect the health of California's livestock and poultry? We are looking for a Laboratory Assistant to work alongside our world leading faculty and technicians, helping to safeguard the public health with rapid and reliable diagnoses for animal diseases including those affecting humans.
As part of the California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System within the top-ranked UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, our career employees are provided the following benefits:
PERSONAL LEAVE

  • Vacation - Eligible to earn up to (3) three weeks per year
  • Sick Leave - Eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum)
  • Holiday Pay - 14 paid holidays per year (Full-Time Position)
    COMPENSATION
  • Competitive pay plus retirement
    INSURANCE
  • High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs.
  • UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family.
  • Supplemental insurance offered including: Additional Life, Disability, Short/Long Term Disability and Legal Coverage.
    Job Summary
    Under general supervision, handle animals, assist pathologists and technicians to collect, process and discard tissues obtained from animal necropsy. Perform data entry and record keeping, cleaning/disinfection/waste removal, and laboratory maintenance for necropsy facilities. Receive and accession pathology cases; perform specimen, media and biohazardous material receiving/ processing/routing; and biohazard waste management.
    Budgeted Salary: Initial placement will be between $24.77 - $26.93/Hour, commensurate with educational background and relevant working experience.
    Position Information
    Apply by Date
    2/22/2024
    Salary Range
    $24.77-$29.49/hour
    Appointment Type
    Career
    Number of Positions
    1
    Percentage of Time
    100%
    Shift Hours
    Monday-Friday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
    Location
    Davis, CA
    Union Representation
    Yes
    Benefits Eligible
    Yes

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Assist in the handling, restraint and disposal of domestic livestock.
  • Stand for extended periods of time.
  • Frequently stoop, bend and lift up to 75lbs. Occasionally, must be able to lift 90 lbs.
  • Push, pull and manipulate carcasses for necropsy, including use of a hoist.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions such as cutting.
  • Sit/work at a computer/workstation for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to distinguish between colors.
    WORK ENVIRONMENT
    • Due to the nature of the essential responsibilities, this position is not eligible for remote work.
    • 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/overtime 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.
    • Valid CA Driver's License to 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.
    • Ability to complete Select Agent background clearance procedures and maintain dangerous goods shipping certification.
    • 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.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Minimum Education/Experience:
    • Experience working in a lab setting.

    Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):
    • Skills to work with biohazardous blood, dead animals, tissues, and to handle potentially infectious material.

    • Skills to effectively shift priorities and prioritize a heavy workload to meet required deadlines, while providing attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.

    • Interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills to interact effectively and professionally with a wide variety of individuals including CAHFS faculty and staff, clients, individuals from other university units, and government/outside agencies.

    • Skills to learn diagnostic procedures and tests used in a diagnostic laboratory, appropriate sample types and sampling techniques for a variety of microbiologic, immunologic, histologic and clinical chemistry tests, and veterinary and medical terminology.

    • Computer skills to quickly/accurately perform data entry into computer.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):
    • Working knowledge of diagnostic procedures and tests used in a diagnostic laboratory, as well as veterinary and medical terminology.

    • Skills to learn computer programs designed for sample tracking, worksheet production, and workload reporting.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
    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.
    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.
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    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.
    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.
    Apply by Date
    2/22/2024
    Salary Range
    $24.77-$29.49/hour
    Appointment Type
    Career
    Number of Positions
    1
    Percentage of Time
    100%
    Shift Hours
    Monday-Friday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
    Location
    Davis, CA
    Union Representation
    Yes
    Benefits Eligible
    Yes
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    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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