SRA 2 NEX Analytical Chemist

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02/20/2022
Category:
Laboratory and Research
Job Summary
Under general direction of the supervisor, this position is responsible for the performance of organic and inorganic analyses for the determination of industrial and naturally occurring toxins in animal tissues, biological specimens and source material. The position is responsible for maintaining quality control and participating in the update and development of analytical procedures.
CAHFS is recruiting for one (1) position at the SRA 3 or SRA 2 level based on experience. If you are interested, submit a separate application for each position. If you are also interested in the SRA 3 level, apply to job posting ID # 31697 by 3/3/2022.
Budgeted Salary Statement: Initial placement will be between $26.30-$33.35/Hour, commensurate with educational background and relevant experience.
POSITION INFORMATION
Salary Range
$26.30- $42.31/hour. Budgeted Salary Statement: Initial placement will be between $26.30-$33.35/Hour, commensurate with educational background and relevant experience.
No. of Positions
1
Appointment Type
Career
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Location
Davis, CA
Union Representation
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Apply By Date
3/3/2022
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is subject to UCD's 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.
This position is not eligible for remote work, due to the nature of the essential responsibilities.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm (Work schedule might be slightly different during the training period).
Work flexible schedule/overtime as needed to complete projects and meet deadlines.
Mandatory weekend and holiday rotation.
Restricted/Limited vacation during peak workload periods (i.e. Outbreaks, Audits Periods, etc.)
Occasional travel to CAHFS branch laboratories, conferences, etc.
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. The position is located in a 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.
Must have ability to complete Select Agent background clearance procedures.
Per the terms and agreements of the department's contracts and grants, the position will require signing of a Confidentiality Agreement or Non-Disclosure Agreement regarding testing and client information.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of sample preparation techniques used for the analysis of organic and/or inorganic chemicals in biological and/or food samples such as solid phase and liquid-liquid sample extraction, acid digestion, sample spiking and matrix matching.
Skill in the operation of manual and computer-controlled analytical equipment including Gas Chromatographs, Liquid Chromatographs, Mass Spectrometers, ICPs, Centrifuges, etc.
Skill to perform mathematical calculations necessary to prepare chemical solutions at specific concentrations and to calculate concentrations of detected residues in samples.
Skills to prepare analytical reagents, solutions, controls and standards.
Knowledge of QA/QC concepts and ability to apply this knowledge to continuously produce high quality data.
Data entry skills to quickly/accurately enter test results into a computerized database.
Preferred:
Experience working in a laboratory focused on performing testing for individual clients on a time restricted basis.
Experience working with animal tissues.
Experience operating mass spectrometers.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program
SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu)
covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
No Smoking
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
EEO/AA Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Job ID:
31723
UCD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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