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. To apply formally, Search job ID# 72924 at Benjamin N Sacks (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)