Laboratory Animal Diagnostic Technologist

The University of Virginia’s Center for Comparative Medicine is seeking Laboratory Animal Diagnostic Technologists. The Laboratory Animal Diagnostic Technologist plays a crucial role in the health and welfare of laboratory animals through diagnostic testing and technical support. This position involves conducting various laboratory procedures, maintaining high standards of quality control, and contributing to research initiatives.

The mission of the Center for Comparative Medicine is to support biomedical research and teaching that utilizes laboratory animals. The Center does this in a manner which promotes the policies set by the Animal Care and Use Committee (ACUC) whose charge is to oversee compliance by personnel at the University of Virginia with federal regulations and guidelines.

Duties include:

• Perform basic laboratory tests, including PCR, ELISA, and hematology assays (including for the health monitoring and quarantine diagnostic programs).
  
• Perform necropsy procedures, including sample collection, documenting findings, and tissue trimming.
  
• Operate and maintain basic blood analyzers.
  
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  
• Participate in technical research support.
  
• Participating in teaching and academic responsibilities for visiting trainees/students.
  
• Support the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  
• Assuring compliance with the USDA, NIH Policy, and AAALAC regulations and standards.
  
• Any other related activities seen fit by the Assistant Director, Comparative Pathology & Veterinary Diagnostics.
  

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
  
• Experience: 2 years of experience; 4 years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of degree.
  
• Vaccination : This position requires compliance with UVA Health Policy OCH-002 .
  

Physical Demands:
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling/bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

Application Instructions: Please apply online and search for R0065773; Internal applicants must apply through their Workday profile by searching “Find UVA Jobs.” Include the following required documents:

• CV/Resume
  

All documents can be loaded into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Speth, Academic Recruiter. Before a formal offer of employment is extended, the selected candidate will undergo a health screening and a background check per university policy.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.