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This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11976404 Visiting Veterinary Research Specialist - Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

College of Veterinary Medicine

Job Summary

Utilize molecular (PCR, nested PCR, next generation sequencing) and conventional techniques (ELISA) to detect the presence of SARS-CoV-2 and other coronaviruses. Maintain laboratory equipment, laboratory notes, and order supplies. Perform nested PCR, qPCR and ELISA testing, and sequencing using next-generation sequencing platform in a surveillance project.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic techniques and proper handling of infectious substances; Process specimens for immediate testing or storage for future testing; Perform assays to detect the pathogen, traditional or real-time PCR, ELISA, and sequencing of amplicons
• Maintain computer proficiency appropriate to enter results into a database, record lab work on a lab notebook, and report results to supervisors
• Order appropriate materials, maintain inventory of reagents and supplies, care for lab equipment and include proper documentation of all quality control and assurance procedures

Additional Physical Demands

Allergies to hay, straw or animal dander may cause discomfort based on the location within the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor\'s degree is Life Sciences field, such as Biochemistry, Biology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Microbiology, Animal Sciences or a closely related field * Minimum half a year practical experience in molecular biology * Training in microbiology, virology, molecular assays including PCR and rPCR * Understanding of nucleic acid isolation and detection methods including primer selection, probe designs and requirements for template quality, extraction and amplification controls

Preferred Qualifications

• MCB or Microbiology with emphasis in virology or bacteriology
• Experience with real-time PCR and/or sequencing
• Training in microbiology, virology, molecular assays including PCR and rPCR in a diagnostic or clinical setting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of BioRad real time, King-Fisher instrument operations preferred
• Required understanding of nucleic acid isolation and detection methods including primer selection, probe designs and requirements for template quality, extraction and amplification controls

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Visiting Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 7/12/2024. The minimum starting salary for this position is \$42,000 annually and is competitive and commensurate with applicant\'s experience and qualifications. The University of Illinois offers a complete benefits package. A summary explanation of these benefits can be found at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits.

Personal opportunities:

The cities of Urbana and Champaign offer the residential advantages of a medium-sized university city, excellent cultural opportunities, and a high quality of life. In 2010, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign was ranked in the top four research universities by the Harvard University\'s Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education in balancing work and home. The practice area is expansive with numerous opportunities for living accommodations located centrally within the practice range. In 2023 Forbes ranked the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as #9 among all US public colleges, on the basis of return on investment, student success, student debt, and alumni leadership and influence. Only one other campus featuring a veterinary college ranked above Illinois.

Application Procedures & Deadline I formation

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 12, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Leyi Wang at leyiwang@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by ema