Veterinary Lab Assistant: Specimen Processing & Glassware

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Davis in Davis, CA is seeking a laboratory support role to assist with clinical specimen processing, glass washing, and media preparation. The position supports multiple lab sections and requires careful handling of potentially infectious materials, along with inventory management and waste disposal.

The role involves customer service duties, coordination of sample intake, and assisting with animal care and restraint as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience handling high-volume work with accuracy.
• Ability to learn diagnostic procedures and terminology.
• Strong communication skills with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Receive clinical specimens and perform initial processing.
• Assist with glass washing, sterilization, and media preparation.
• Handle biohazardous waste and chemical waste management.
• Provide telephone customer service and client support.
• Aid in animal care and restraint as needed.
• Maintain inventory and proper storage of media and reagents.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Sample handling

Laboratory terminology

Safety procedures

Sterilization

Lab equipment knowledge

Tools

PH meters

Centrifuges

Autoclaves

Glass washers

Sterilizing ovens

Volumetric glassware

Job description

The University of California, Davis in Davis, CA is seeking a laboratory support role to assist with clinical specimen processing, glass washing, and media preparation. The position supports multiple lab sections and requires careful handling of potentially infectious materials, along with inventory management and waste disposal.

The role involves customer service duties, coordination of sample intake, and assisting with animal care and restraint as needed.