General Information
| Job Description | LAB AST 3 | Working Title | Molecular Biology Laboratory Technician |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 009602 | Grade | |
| Department Name | Environmental Health & Safety - D01122 | Department Head | Sheila Hedayati |
| Supervisor | Alexander Carrillo | Effective Date | 10/17/2022 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Department Custom Scope
| The Molecular Biology Laboratory Technician will be responsible for running and analyzing molecular assays for the detection of human pathogens. Experience with molecular techniques including DNA/RNA extraction and real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) is required. Knowledge and expertise in sterile technique and microbiology are also required. Experience with virology, multichannel pipetting and robotics is highly desirable. Must be willing to perform assigned duties in a Biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) laboratory. Demonstrated organizational skills are highly desirable. A bachelor's degree in one of the biological sciences majors is preferred. The incumbent's duties will include (i) isolating RNA from clinical samples, (ii) using laboratory automation, (iii) performing RT-PCR, and (iv) documenting test results and preparing them for reporting. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A bachelors degree in one of the biological sciences majors is preferred. | Preferred |
| Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and three years of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and two years of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience with molecular techniques including DNA/RNA extraction andreal-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). | Required |
| Experience with virology, multichannel pipetting and robotics is highly desirable. | Preferred |
| Experience in a research laboratory in a higher education setting or within the UC system. | Preferred |
License Requirements
Certification Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| PCR - Performs routine PCR | 25 |
| Sample Handling - Isolates RNA from clinical samples | 25 |
| Documentation and Reporting - Documents test results and prepares them for reporting | 25 |
| Laboratory Functions - Uses laboratory automation | 25 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Knowledge and expertise in sterile technique and microbiology are also required. | Required |
| Demonstrated organizational skills. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
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| Must be willing to perform assigned duties in a Biosafety level 2 (BSL-2)laboratory. | Required |
| Must successfully pass a background check through the DOJ and FBI. | Required |
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Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |