Medical Technologist – UC Davis
The University of California, Davis is seeking a Parasitology/Microbiology Laboratory Technician (HOSP LAB TCHN 2) to join its Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) team in Davis, California. The Microbiology Jobs offers a unique opportunity to work with world-class faculty, support veterinary diagnostics, and contribute to the training of future veterinarians while serving diverse animal species in a state-of-the-art environment. In this Laboratory Technician Job, you contribute to the training of veterinarians. Apply for the Medical Technologist Role.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Parasitology/Microbiology Laboratory Technician (HOSP LAB TCHN 2)
- Job ID: 82136
- Location: Davis, California
- Department: Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Employment Type: Full-time (100%)
- Salary Range: $42.39 โ $52.67 (Bi-Weekly Pay)
- Work Schedule: MondayโFriday, 8:00 a.m.โ5:00 p.m.
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Includes rotating weekend and holiday coverage as assigned.
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- Application Deadline: Apply by November 27, 2025
- Union Representation: EX โ Patient Care Technical
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Work Type: 100% On-site
About the Company:
The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) at UC Davis is recognized as one of the most innovative veterinary teams in the country. The VMTH serves as a leading center for teaching, clinical care, and research, providing 24-hour services across various animal species. Its mission is to educate the next generation of veterinarians, offer high-quality veterinary services to the public, and advance veterinary medical knowledge. UC Davis, one of the top public research universities, is committed to inclusivity, sustainability, and excellence in animal healthcare and education.
Department Description:
Under general supervision of the Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Manager, primarily performs diagnostic parasitology on clinical and necropsy specimens from domestic, equine, livestock, poultry, and marine species. Responsibilities include specimen receipt and preparation, workflow organization, parasite detection and identification, documentation of objective findings, and result entry in accordance with SOPs and established turnaround times. Provides secondary support to the Microbiology Laboratory for daily sample setup, bacterial identification, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. The incumbent works under the direction of Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) staff, the Supervisor, and the Service Chief. #CA-AR.
Educational Requirements for Lab Technician Role:
- Bachelorโs degree in Parasitology, Microbiology, Infectious Disease, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience in a veterinary diagnostic or research laboratory.
- Proficiency with compound, fluorescent, and dissecting microscopes for parasite and pathogen detection.
Key Responsibilities of the Lab Technician Role:
- 40% Clinical Parasitology: Perform diagnostic parasitology on various animal specimens, including domestic, livestock, poultry, equine, and marine species.
- 40% Clinical Microbiology: Support microbiological analysis including bacterial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
- 10% General Laboratory Duties: Prepare samples, maintain workflow organization, and ensure compliance with SOPs.
- 5% Communication: Collaborate with supervisors, CLS staff, and other departments for efficient reporting.
- 5% Hospital & LIS Systems: Manage accurate data entry and maintain confidentiality in laboratory information systems.
Skills Required for the Lab Technician Role:
- For the Medical Technologist role, you need expertise in diagnostic parasitology (flotation, sedimentation, Baermann, McMaster, DFA for Giardia/Cryptosporidium).
- Experience identifying ectoparasites and endoparasites using taxonomic keys and reference specimens.
- Familiarity with LC-MS/MS, MALDI-TOF, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (MIC, disk diffusion).
- Strong organizational, technical, and data management skills.
- Proficiency in safe laboratory practices, biosafety, and infection control.
- Experience with aseptic techniques and biosafety cabinet operations preferred.
How to Apply for the Lab Technician Role?
Applications for the Microbiology Jobs can be submitted online through the UC Davis Careers portal. Early applicants are encouraged, as screening begins after two weeks and continues weekly until the position is filled.
