Wildlife Diagnostics Tech: CWD ELISA & Lab Research

University of Pennsylvania Engineering; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Wildlife Futures Program at the University of Pennsylvania, in collaboration with PADLS at New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, PA, is seeking a CWD Diagnostics Technician to support diagnostic testing for wildlife diseases.

The role focuses on antigen-capture ELISA for CWD, tissue sample preparation, and LIMS-based case management, with opportunities to contribute to assay development and validation, including molecular methods such as RT-QuIC, under accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Experience in performing serology and molecular assays is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic testing for chronic wasting disease (CWD) using antigen-capture ELISA.
• Prepare fresh and fixed tissue samples and ensure quality assurance of results.
• Use a computer-based LIMS for accessioning, results entry, and finalizing cases.
• Develop, validate, and implement new diagnostic assays (e.g., RT-QuIC, PCR) as needed.
• Maintain proficiency in CWD ELISA testing and comply with accreditation standards.

Skills

Serology assays

Molecular assays

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

The Wildlife Futures Program at the University of Pennsylvania, in collaboration with PADLS at New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, PA, is seeking a CWD Diagnostics Technician to support diagnostic testing for wildlife diseases.

The role focuses on antigen-capture ELISA for CWD, tissue sample preparation, and LIMS-based case management, with opportunities to contribute to assay development and validation, including molecular methods such as RT-QuIC, under accreditation standards.