Staff Research Associate

UC Davis Turlock, CA Staff Research Associate Salary or Pay Range: $32.79 - $52.75 (budgeted department salary: Step 1, $32.79 /hourly - Step 13, $41.58 /hourly, commensurate with educational background and relevant working experience) THIS POSITION IS PERMANENTLY LOCATED IN TURLOCK, CA! Under general supervision, set up and perform routine serology/immunology diagnostic tests, preparing slides for histopathologic review by the pathologists, preparing media, and perform laboratory maintenance. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position No minimum education required Experience performing diagnostic immunology methods, including, ELISA, agglutination, and hemagglutination-inhibition. Experience with infectious diseases in a Biosafety Level 2 facility, including knowledge of biocontainment related to zoonotic diseases. Diverse knowledge and skills in fields of veterinary immunology and histology. Skills to modify and apply new biotechnologies for practical use in veterinary diagnostics. Skills to maintain National Veterinary Service Laboratory certification and CAHFS quality control standards for serologic assays including immunodiffusion, ELISA and agglutination on an annual basis. Background in laboratory safety skills to prevent contaminating self and others with biohazardous materials, with ability to follow safe working practices. Knowledge of basic immunology and histology sufficient to understand written protocols to perform standard serological techniques. Preferred Qualifications BS degree in Immunology/Biological Sciences or related field Preferred. Experience with methods of disposal and containment of infectious waste. 1-2 years' work experience in related field. Skills to operate autoclaves, glassware washers, millipore filters, ovens, laminar flow hoods, biosafety cabinets, fume hoods, centrifuges, ELISA readers and washers, auto and manual pipets, incubators, microscopes, calculators, balances, computers, spectrophotometer and pH meters, tissue processors, embedders, and microtome equipment. Skills to maintain clean laboratory work areas and laboratory equipment in good working order. Skills to maintain neat and accurate written and computerized records. Knowledge of UC purchasing procedures and skills to perform appropriate and cost-effective ordering and use of laboratory and/or office supplies and equipment. Skills to adapt to change and to work in other areas as needed. Skills to perform literature searches and to organize data for publication. Key Responsibilities 65% - Diagnostic Testing 15% - Laboratory Management 10% - Histology 5% - Development 5% - Other Duties This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California, Davis