Job Summary:The primary duties and responsibilities include those related to a leadership position in the Bacteriology, Serology, and Barron Technical section dedicated to diagnostic and rule-out testing for the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL). The incumbent will be the Section Head and provide intellectual and practical working knowledge involving diagnostic bacteriology and serology. In carrying out these responsibilities, the incumbent will supervise and direct professional and technical staff in performance of diagnostic veterinary assays. Responsibilities:70% COORDINATION AND MANAGEMENT OF BACTERIOLOGY, SEROLOGY, AND BARRON TECHNICAL LABORATORY Institutional Statement on Diversity:Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. Education:Preferred Qualifications:Significant experience and demonstrated interest, aptitude, and capability in bacteriology is required, with a minimum of two years of training and/or work experience in the area of diagnostic bacteriology of animal species. Work Type:Full Time: 100% Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/Renewable Anticipated Begin Date:DECEMBER 02, 2024 Salary:Negotiable Additional Information:The Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL) is a high volume laboratory that provides a broad range of veterinary diagnostic testing services. The principal objective is to provide animal disease testing services for surveillance and clinical diagnostic consultation to veterinarians and stakeholders of the WVDL. The WVDL works closely with an array of professional entities including the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA); the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protections, Division of Animal Health (DATCP); the National Wildlife Health Center (USGS); the Division of Public Health of the Department of Health Services (DHS); the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR): the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH); the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM); the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD); and the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA). These alliances provide for cooperation and information transfer as each organization pursues its mission. The WVDL is a National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) Core Laboratory and therefore is a part of our national defense against livestock disease disasters. A significant part of WVDL's work involves surveillance testing for the USDA and DATCP, as well as extensive testing for the national livestock genetics industry, much of which is located in Wisconsin. The WVDL has laboratories located in Madison and Barron, Wisconsin. How to Apply:To apply for this position, please click on "Apply Now" to begin the process. Interested applicants must provide: 1) a cover letter describing relevant experience, qualifications, and career goals; 2) a current curriculum vitae (CV); 3) a list of three professional references who can provide recommendation letters later in the selection process. Contact:Anita Herrick Official Title:Clinical Professor(IC009) or Clinical Associate Professor(IC010) or Clinical Assistant Professor(IC011) or Clinical Instructor(IC012) Department(s):A88-WIS VET DIAGNOSTIC LAB/MSN MICROBIOLOGY/BACT Employment Class:Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number:306047-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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