Lab Assistant 2 (Biorepository) - SOM : Pathology & Lab Medicine

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Location Sacramento

Full / Part Time Full Time

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Job Summary

This position sets the highest standards for professionalism and administrative competency as the department continues a period of program growth. This position will work for the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Biorepository supporting a team of researchers.

Apply By 10 / 12 / 2025 at 11 : 59PM.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and / or certification if required of the position

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience or training
• Experience with blood processing
• Experience purchasing laboratory supplies, equipment, inventory
• Basic knowledge of histotechnology and laboratory techniques
• Knowledge of lab management and safety protocols
• Ability to organize work, maintain quality control inventory and operational protocols
• Detail oriented, demonstrated ability to track and report research data using computerized applications
• Knowledge of computer operations and data storage systems
• Laboratory safety knowledge or training
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbally, and strong interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, able to multi-task and work independently
• Dependable and able to work in multiple team environments

Key Responsibilities

Department Overview

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse, multi-site department whose mission is to be scientific leaders who promote excellence through clinical diagnostics, next generation innovation, collaborative discovery and world class education in service to all communities. UC Davis is leading the way in diagnosing, treating, and ultimately preventing disease. Pathology brings these tools together with education and patient care to transform the field. This position sets the highest standards for professionalism and administrative competency as the department continues a period of growth and restructuring.

The department has over $12 million in external research funding which supports multi-disciplinary research in neuroscience, cancer, computational pathology, and healthcare delivery science, and co-leads the Center for Diagnostic Innovation. Education is provided at many different levels, including highly ranked required courses and electives for medical students, 16-person residency program, 7 fellowships, and participation in graduate programs. Departmental academic operations are conducted within central administrative offices in various locations at the Medical Center in Sacramento and in research space on both the Sacramento and Davis campuses.

POSITION INFORMATION

Benefits

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Work Environment

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.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered 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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