Screening Chemist (SRA 2 NEX)

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Job Summary

Under direction of the Lab Research Supervisor 2, responsible for the performance of organic analysis for the determination of drugs and their metabolites in biological specimens using liquid chromatography - mass spectrometry and other analytical techniques.

Responsible for care and maintenance of laboratory equipment and complex analytical instruments. Responsible for participating in the update and development of analytical procedures, quality control procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Initial placement will be between $28.88 / Hour - $32.51 / Hour, commensurate with educational background and relevant working experience.

Apply By Date

September 24, 2024 at 11 : 59pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and / or educational degree if required of the position.

• B.S degree in analytical chemistry or a related scientific discipline, and / or equivalent work experience related to performing techniques and procedures for analysis of biological samples as described in the Standard Operating Procedures in a laboratory environment.
• Experience in sample preparation techniques such as solid phase and liquid-liquid sample extraction, sample fortification and matrix matching and skills to prepare analytical reagents, solutions, controls and standards.
• Skills operating a wide range of manual and computer-controlled analytical equipment including Gas Chromatograph, Liquid Chromatograph and Mass Spectrometers, including maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment to obtain maximum performance from instruments.
• Skills in the operation and maintenance of a wide range of laboratory equipment used in sample preparation including mircoliter pipettes, pH meter, sonicator, evaporator, centrifuge, analytical balance, automated SPE instruments, and analytical instruments.
• Skills to perform mathematical calculations, and knowledge of statistical analysis. Familiarity with literature sources of analytical procedures.

Have organizational skills to schedule work activities.

Knowledge of and skills to follow safe working practices including handling / disposing of hazardous materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a high volume, high throughput analytical laboratory, in a regulated industry with knowledge of QA / QC to continuously produce high quality data.
• Competency using various forms of chromatographic software such as ChemStation, Xcalibur, and / or Tracefinder software.
• Ability to apply good laboratory practices as well as safety procedures and other policies and procedures outlined by CAHFS, the EACL Laboratory, and the University.

Key Responsibilities

• 75% - ANALYTICAL PROCEDURE & TESTING
• 10% - LABORATORY MANAGEMENT
• 10% - QUALITY CONTROL
• 5% - METHOD DEVELOPMENT AND PROJECT ASSISTANCE

Department Overview

CAHFS provides California's livestock and poultry industries, and veterinary practitioners who serve them, with a full range of diagnostic laboratory services for disease control, enhancement of health management, and protection from diseases common to animal and humans.

In meeting this need, the CAHFS also serves as the backbone of California's disease warning system through its animal disease surveillance program.

The system consists of four laboratories currently located in Davis, Turlock, Tulare and San Bernardino. Funding for this program is provided through a contract with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and through revenue generated from user fees.

An additional program, the Equine Analytical Chemistry Laboratory, is funded through a contract with the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) and horse wagering monies, and provides full-service drug testing and a pharmacology research and development program.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range : $28.88 / hr. - $46.46 / hr. (Dept. budgeted range : $28.88 / hr. - $32.51 / hr. Commensurate with experience.)
• Salary Frequency : Biweekly
• Salary Grade : 108
• UC Job Title : SRA 2 NEX
• Number of Positions : 2
• Appointment Type : Career
• Percentage of Time : 100%
• Shift Hours : Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
• Location : Davis, CA
• Union Representation : Yes - RX
• Benefits Eligible : Yes
• Hybrid / Remote / On-Site : On-Site

Benefits

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Learn more about the benefits and eligibility rules by visiting Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract.

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short / long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Mental Demands Confidentiality - Constantly, Constant Interruptions - Frequently
• Additional Mental Demands :
• Follow written and oral instructions, procedures, protocols.
• Adhere to laboratory safety measures and procedures and follow safe working practices.
• Maintain neat and accurate laboratory records and logbooks.
• Effectively interact with a wide variety of individuals to include co-workers, clients of the CAHFS, and individuals from other University units, government and outside agencies, and to clearly and accurately communicate laboratory results.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information, testing results, and personnel-related matters.
• Become familiar with all aspects of the quality system documentation and implementing and complying with them in daily work.

This includes the quality Manual, system-wide Documents and local policies and procedures. Identify departures from the quality system, and initiate quality Problem Investigations and quality Suggestions and Improvements.

• Become familiar with all aspects of laboratory information system and complying with Suggestions and improvement, and evaluation requests from the IT section.
• Upon completion of a background check and appropriate training, must participate in the select agent program. all CAHFS employees must know and Follow job safety procedures, attend required Health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
• Physical Demands - Attendance - Constantly, Squatting, Stooping, Bending - Constantly
• Lifting Requirements - Up to 25 Pounds (Light) - Occasionally
• Visual Acuity Requirements - Color Visual Acuity - Constantly
• Noise Conditions - Ability to Adjust Focus - Frequently
• Physical Demands (Elements Exposed to) - Blood - Occasionally, Chemicals - Occasionally, Hazards - Occasionally, Toxins - Occasionally
• Additional Physical Demands :
• Ability to distinguish between colors.
• Stoop, bend, and lift supplies and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as pipetting.
• Sit / work at a computer / workstation for extended periods of time.
• Be able to perform repetitive motions; pipetting. Must wear laboratory required / supplied PPE and participate in Health Surveillance Program.
• This position is subject to prophylactic vaccination for rabies, as well as medical surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.
• Tolerate strong odors and the sight of exposed animal tissues and blood products, and to handle / dispose of infectious materials.
• May, at times, work with or be in areas where biohazardous and chemical materials and infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards of the position are, but are not limited to salmonella, Listeria, E.

coli, Campylobacter, hot acids, bases, ethers and other chemicals.

Equipment Used to Perform the Duties - Computer and Peripheral Equipment - Constantly

Work Environment

• This position is subject to Vaccination Program (Influenza, SARS-CoV-2, is / might subject to prophylactic vaccination for rabies), and Medical / Health Surveillance Program / Procedures / Review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.
• Work Schedule : Monday - Friday; 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm (Work schedule might be slightly different during the training period)
• This position is not eligible for remote work, due to the nature of the essential responsibilities.
• THIS IS NOT AN H1B / J1 OPPORTUNITY. Candidate must be legally permitted to work in the United States and not subject to revocation.
• THIS IS NOT A RESEARCH POSITION. This position is located in a regulated and accredited diagnostic laboratory where quality control and assurance as well as meticulous working habits are essential.
• Per the terms and agreements of the department's contracts and grants, the position requires signing of a Confidentiality Agreement or Non-Disclosure Agreement regarding testing and client information.
• Work in area where there is constant noise from equipment operation.
• Restricted / Limited vacation during peak workload periods (i.e. Outbreaks, Fiscal Close, Audits Periods, etc.)
• Share weekend / holiday / mandatory coverage as needed. Occasional travel to CAHFS branch laboratories, conferences, etc.
• All CAHFS employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
• Must wear laboratory required / supplied PPE and participate in Health Surveillance Program.
• This position is subject to prophylactic vaccination for rabies, as well as medical surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.
• Tolerate strong odors and the sight of exposed animal tissues and blood products, and to handle / dispose of infectious materials.
• May, at times, work with or be in areas where biohazardous and chemical materials and infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards of the position are, but are not limited to salmonella, Listeria, E.

coli, Campylobacter, hot acids, bases, ethers and other chemicals.

The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community.

The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty.

Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.

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Special Requirements

This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)

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We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground.

The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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