Molecular Section Head
About The Position
This position is to serve the needs of practicing veterinarians and the animal owning citizens of North Carolina by administering a comprehensive veterinary diagnostic molecular service and supervising staff in the delivery of high-quality diagnostic molecular expertise. This position is responsible for daily oversight of the activities within the molecular diagnostic section of the Rollins Laboratory. Responsibilities also include providing consultation to veterinary practitioners and producers, as well as state and federal partners. The services are performed at the Rollins Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory.
Requirements
- Current knowledge of animal diseases and husbandry is required.
- Proficiency in conducting molecular diagnostic tests including next generation sequencing techniques and identifying diseases, assessing results and interpreting findings.
- Sound knowledge of zoonoses and reportable/notifiable diseases.
- Ability to read, comprehend, and apply various Federal and State regulations pertaining to livestock and poultry.
- Ability to manage and supervise personnel.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the State of North Carolina and advanced training in veterinary virology, and board certified by the American College of Veterinary Bacteriology or board eligible and 2 years of veterinary diagnostic laboratory experience.
Responsibilities
- Administering a comprehensive veterinary diagnostic molecular service
- Supervising staff in the delivery of high-quality diagnostic molecular expertise
- Daily oversight of the activities within the molecular diagnostic section of the Rollins Laboratory
- Providing consultation to veterinary practitioners and producers, as well as state and federal partners
Benefits
- Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
