Small Animal Surgery Floater (ANML HEALTH TCHN 2) - University of California - Davis

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Under supervision of the PI will work as a member of a parasitology research team charged with isolation, diagnosis and characterization of parasites from diverse clinical and environmental samples. Provide technical support and intellectual contribution on clinical diagnostics and research projects pertaining to animal and human parasitic pathogens. Develop new assays that are relevant to veterinary patients as well as support of ongoing research projects and contribution to future projects through grant writing. Supervision of students, laboratory management, and technical tasks (e.g. nucleic acids extraction, PCR assays and sequence analysis). Laboratory maintenance duties such as cleaning and sterilizing glassware and disposing of waste. 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 apply by date. Apply By Date11/07/2024 at 11:59 pm Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced degree focused on the field of parasitology or equivalent.High level of experience and proficiency with standard parasitology detection techniques commonly applied in veterinary diagnostic laboratories.Experience with sequence analysis using software such as Geneious.Advanced knowledge of parasitology species of veterinary importance, including host range and identification via microscopy.Skills to extract nucleic acids, and isolate DNA from a variety of clinical and environmental samples for detection of parasites including helminths and protozoa.Skills in designing primers for development and validation of new molecular assays such as PCR for parasite detection.Skills in microscopical identification of parasite ova in feces of small, large and exotic pet animal species.Preferred Qualifications
  Skills to troubleshoot and optimize protocols and assays.Skills in designing experiments for validating new PCR assays including parasite stock preparations and spiking into diverse matrices such as feces or tissue.Skills to purify DNA for sequencing including gel extraction and purification as well as column purification assays. kills in preparing purified DNA for sequencing including primer dilutions, DNA dilution, and online form submission.
  
  Key Responsibilities
  80% - Parasite Diagnostics
  
  20% - Laboratory Maintenance
  Department OverviewAdvance knowledge of parasites that affect veterinary species and human public health.Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a small animal veterinary technician to work alongside our world leading faculty clinicians and technicians, helping them teach the next generation of veterinarians while also serving the animals and pet owners of our community.As part of the top ranked UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital team, our technicians are provided the following benefits: PERSONAL LEAVE* Vacation - earn (3) three weeks per year!* 14 paid Holidays annually* Sick Leave - eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum) COMPENSATION* Competitive pay* Shift Differentials CE & Other BENEFITS* $650 Continuing Education annual allowance* 40 hours Paid CE annually (pro-rated based on appointment %)* $100 monthly stipend for RVTs* Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program* Scrubs provided and laundered at no cost to the employee POSITION INFORMATION
  Salary or Pay Range: $28.88 - $46.46 /hourlySalary Frequency: Bi-weeklySalary Grade: STEPSUC Job Title: SRA 2 NEXNumber of Positions: 1Appointment Type: Staff: LimitedPercentage of Time: 50% VariableShift Hours:: Manager will adviseLocation: Davis, CAUnion Representation: RX-Research ProfessionalsBenefits Eligible: YesHybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site BenefitsOutstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy or and our .
  
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  * High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
  * UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
  * Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
  * Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  * Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  * Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
  * Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
  * WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
  * On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
  * Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
  * Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
  * Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found
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  Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Environmental Demands
  Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands
  • Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Work Environment
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