High-Throughput Molecular Diagnostics Lab Tech

University of California - Davis; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

University of California - Davis CAHFS in Tulare, CA seeks a skilled SRA 2 NEX to perform high-throughput diagnostic lab duties, including nucleic acid extraction, real-time PCR, and documentation per SOPs.

The role emphasizes assay validation, quality control, and collaboration across disciplines, with a 100% on-site schedule, standard training, and a strong focus on accurate, safe handling of infectious materials.

Qualifications

• Advanced experience with molecular diagnostic testing methods.
• Experience with quality control/assurance in a diagnostic laboratory.
• Ability to adapt to changing technology and collaborate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Perform nucleic acid-based detection using real-time and standard PCR.
• Process samples for DNA/RNA extraction and maintain records per SOPs.
• Participate in validation studies and ensure accurate assay performance.

Skills

Molecular diagnostics

Quality control

Laboratory operations

adaptability

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Animal Science

Tools

Automated molecular equipment

Job description

University of California - Davis CAHFS in Tulare, CA seeks a skilled SRA 2 NEX to perform high-throughput diagnostic lab duties, including nucleic acid extraction, real-time PCR, and documentation per SOPs.

The role emphasizes assay validation, quality control, and collaboration across disciplines, with a 100% on-site schedule, standard training, and a strong focus on accurate, safe handling of infectious materials.