Academic Hourly - Wildlife Epidemiology Laboratory

Academic Hourly - Wildlife Epidemiology Laboratory

Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

College of Veterinary Medicine

Job Summary

This is a part-time diagnostic research lab technician in the Wildlife Epidemiology Lab (WEL), a research lab. Primary responsibilities will be performance of molecular-based assays for detection of diseases in animals. This will include, but not limited to, PCR and quantitative PCR assay set-up, DNA and RNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, sample preparation for DNA sequencing, plasmid development, spectrophotometry, and assay calibration.

Duties & Responsibilities

* Perform DNA/RNA extractions of submissions to VDL in Wildlife Epidemiology Lab

* Perform conventional and quantitative PCRs following established SOPs

* Analyze DNA/RNA extracts for quality and quantity using spectrophotometry

* Develop and validate new techniques or modify existing techniques for use in diagnostic tests in VDL

* Develop PCR-based plasmid positive controls following established protocols and develop skills for cell culture that support disease diagnosis in concurrent samples.

* Maintain clean and tidy workspace in WEL and assists in the washing, preparation, and sterilization of necessary glassware

* Maintain log of diagnostic samples received and reporting of test results for WEL. Maintain and order sufficient inventory of necessary supplies to perform diagnostic assays

* Maintain and order sufficient inventory of necessary supplies to perform diagnostic assays

* Assist in the implementation of QA/QC requirements

* Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Allergies to hay, straw or animal dander may cause discomfort based on the location within the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree is Molecular Biology or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:

Familiarity with techniques in molecular diagnostics.

Preferred Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

At least 2 years of experience in a laboratory diagnostics

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Spreadsheet software (Excel) and document software (Word) required

* Filemaker, VADDS, Familiarity with techniques in molecular biology or epidemiology preferred

Appointment Information

This is a part-time Academic Hourly position.. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 8/21/2026. The hourly wage for this position is $17.00.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on August 21, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Matthew Allender. questions regarding the application process, please contact .

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