Sample Processing Technician - UC Davis : Job Details

UC DavisSample Processing TechnicianSalary or Pay Range: $25.51 - $30.37 /hourly (Budgeted Salary Range: Budgeted Salary Range: Initial placement will be between $25.51 - $27.74/hourly , commensurate with educational background and relevant working experience)Under direction of the section supervisor, perform specimen processing for chemical analysis of regulated substances in biological substances. Prepare various reagents and solutions. Perform sample extraction and testing methods in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures. Maintain laboratory inventory of supplies, samples, and materials.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position No minimum education required. Experience using laboratory equipment including centrifuges, balances, pipettes, etc. and skills to use computer controlled instruments. Skills to ensure accuracy of chain of custody documentation and legal defensibility of results with attention to detail. Organizational skills to facilitate completing office and/or laboratory tasks within the same day. Skills to organize and maintain records and data files.Skills to follow protocols, troubleshoot problems, and discuss potential protocol modifications. Problem-solving skills to address complex problems and develop creative and practical recommendations. Skills to work safely with various biological materials, chemicals and hazardous materials.Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a high volume analytical laboratory. Skills to perform sample preparation techniques such as solid phase and liquid-liquid extraction, sample spiking, and matrix matching. Computer skills with word processing programs, spreadsheets, and graphing programs.Key Responsibilities 65% - General Laboratory Processing, Data Collection, and Analysis 30% - Laboratory Technical Support and Management 5% - Quality Program & Other DutiesSpecial Requirements Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position To learn more about our background check program, visit: 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. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.To view full job description and submit an on-line application, visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at: ID#: 75147The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.