Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, supervise the day-to-day operations and provides technical support to Microbiology, Parasitology, and Immunology/Virology laboratories. Oversee quality assurance and quality control functions for the Microbiology, Parasitology, and Immunology/Virology laboratories. Assist in establishing and validating new tests as required for the Microbiology, Parasitology, and Immunology/Virology laboratories. Assist in technical consultation to clinicians, researchers and campus research community. Assist with the identification of laboratory tests to support clinical needs, review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols. Foster and maintain professional relationships with collaborators and researchers. Work with the R&D Supervisor on research projects.

Apply By Date October 31, 2026 at 11:59pm, PST

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

• No minimum license requirement.
• No minimum education requirement.
• Experience working in a human or veterinary clinical diagnostic Microbiology, Parasitology, or Immunology/Virology lab.
• Experience with monitoring QA/QC programs.
• Experience supervising or working in a lead role with technical staff.
• Supervisory skills to recruit, hire, train, coach, evaluate, assign tasks, motivate employees, and build staff morale.
• Skills to implement new test methodology, including validation for a Microbiology, Parasitology, and/or Immunology/Virology lab.
• Skills to prioritize workload, manage, determine staffing, and meet deadlines for multiple projects while maintaining quality.
• Skills to develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures, follow existing laboratory protocols/procedures and to modify existing procedures where necessary to meet changing laboratory needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with assessing laboratory equipment, performing calibrations and minor repairs.
• Experience supporting Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and related technical procedures in a hospital or veterinary clinical laboratory setting.
• Experience developing new revenue streams and/or implementing business development programs for a diagnostic laboratory.
• Oral and written communication and interpersonal skills and diplomacy to interact with a diverse group of people: faculty, clients, residents, researchers, students, and staff regarding samples.

Key Responsibilities

• 30% - Clinical Service
• 30% - Quality Control / Quality Assurance
• 30% - Supervision
• 10% - Laboratory Information System (LIS) Support

Department Overview

The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) is a unit that provides clinical case material in support of the teaching programs throughout the School of Veterinary Medicine on a 24-hour basis. Its primary objectives are to train professional (veterinary) students, graduate clinical students (interns and residents), and graduate academic students; to provide veterinary services to the public; to serve as a referral center for practicing veterinarians, and to advance veterinary medical knowledge.

Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Microbiology, Immunology/Virology, and Parasitology Supervisor to work alongside our world leading faculty clinicians and technicians, helping them teach the next generation of veterinarians while also serving the animals and pet owners of our community.

As part of the top-ranked UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital team, our supervisors are provided with the following benefits:

PERSONAL LEAVE

• Vacation - earn (3) three weeks per year!
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Sick Leave - eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum)

COMPENSATION

• Competitive pay

CE & Other BENEFITS

• $1,500 Continuing Education annual allowance
• 80 hours Paid CE annually (pro-rated based on appointment %)
• Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program
• Scrubs provided and laundered at no cost to the employee

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $97 , 500 /annually - $182 , 700 /annually
• Salary Frequency: Annually
• Salary Grade: Grade 24
• UC Job Title: LAB PROCESSING SUPV 2
• UC Job Code: 004582
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100 % - Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday-Friday, hours to be arranged. Must be able to work occasional overtime, weekends and holidays on short notice.
• Location: Davis, CA.
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees .

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life , short/long term disability , pet insurance , legal coverage , accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave , Family & Medical Leave , Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

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.

This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. May require working with or around areas with hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases. Occasional overtime, work variable hours/days on short notice, weekends and/or holidays. Availability to work 8 to 12 hour shifts. Employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions. Specific hazards of the position are listed in the VMTH Safety Training document and are reviewed with the incumbent annually. Work in other related areas on an as needed basis.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials

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.

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks

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