DNA Laboratory Technician – University of California, Davis

Mammalian Ecology and Conservation Unit, Veterinary Genetics Laboratory
We seek a technician to conduct DNA analyses in the Mammalian Ecology
and Conservation Unit, located at the University of California in Davis,
CA. The technician will be involved in genetic and genomic projects on
various mammals and the occasional herp or bird as part of research
and other projects under the direction of Drs. Ben Sacks and Mark
Statham. Research projects will be primarily laboratory based, but may
involve some field work.

The position will involve basic DNA skills (DNA extraction, PCR, Sanger
sequencing), next-generation sequencing (Illumina) library preparation,
ancient DNA, and other molecular methods as required.  Bioinformatics
capabilities and experience are a plus. The work will include a
wide variety of projects, including but not limited to species- and
individual-level identification of noninvasively collected genetic samples
(e.g., scat, hair), metabarcoding for dietary, microbiome, and/or pathogen
identification; both Sanger and next-generation sequencing, including
library preparation for whole-genome and genotyping-by-sequencing; and
possibly bioinformatic analysis.  Demonstrated experience in at least
one of the above-mentioned methods is required.

The position will be available initially for a five-month contract (with
very likely extension to at least one year) and will begin as soon as
possible following the deadline, ideally by October 15, 2024.

Please email Ben Sacks (bnsacks@ucdavis.edu) with:
(1) a brief letter of application describing your interests and
   experience in the methods listed above;
(2) a current curriculum vitae or resume; and
(3) names, email addresses and phone numbers of at least three
   references.

Deadline is 27 September 2024.