Perform Molecular Diagnostic test procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of bacterial, viral, and fungal diseases of animals - Specimen preparation, nucleic acid extraction, quality assessment, perform PCR, prepare and complete all paper documentation, and cross-train in adjacent diagnostic areas to ensure continuous laboratory coverage and service excellence. Technical laboratory knowledge and skills: pipetting, autoclaving, handling of bacterial cultures, biosafety, chemical handling safety, aseptic technique, knowledge of molecular techniques such as polymerase chain reaction, and the running/interpretation of gels.