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Junior Specialist - Maezawa Lab

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Position description

Junior Specialist - Maezawa Lab
JPF04173

Position Summary:
This full-time junior specialist will be mainly involved in various molecular and cellular biological techniques, under the supervision of Dr. Maezawa and Dr. Jin in the laboratory located at the UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute. The lab works on various issues related to autism and Alzheimer’s disease. This person needs to be enthusiastic about learning new lab skills. Specifically, the frequently performed tasks in the lab include 1) cell cultures; 2) rodent husbandry; 3) DNA extraction; 4) microscopy; 5) ELISA. May be required to perform other techniques depending on the need of the experiments, in addition to tasks for lab maintenance and paperwork filing.

General Responsibilities:
RESEARCH (50%):
• Help design the protocol, coordinate, and manage research programs
• Manage datasets, records, and research documentation
• Mentor student employees in the laboratory as required
• Conduct, oversee, and provide feedback on the following laboratory techniques: 1) research blood sample processing; 2) nucleic acid extraction; 3) cell culture; 4) database input and management; 5) rodent colony management and assessment of experimental therapy; 6) quality control; and 7) tissue-related technologies such as histological staining and microscopy.
• Correctly use and maintain laboratory equipment such as micro-plate reader, balances, centrifuges, microscopes, pipettes, cryostat, and laminar flow hoods
• Update, modify and revise plans for standard laboratory procedures to fulfill the needs of each research project.
• Other related jobs assigned by supervisor
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE (40%):
• The incumbent will serve as a key member of a team in projects to develop experimental therapeutics using rodent and cell models.
• The incumbent will have opportunities to develop interpersonal and communication skills in bioscience research.
• The incumbent will be given opportunities to develop presentation abilities in laboratory meetings and the departmental meeting and other on-campus events.
• The incumbent will be given the opportunities to organize basic and translational research activities such as involvement in the preparation of scientific abstract, manuscript, and grant proposal. In this capacity, the incumbent is encouraged to read appropriate literature and discuss during laboratory meetings.
• The incumbent will be encouraged to have membership with appropriate societies and participate in appropriate meetings and groups on-campus.
UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (10%):
• Mentorship of volunteer and undergraduate students

Salary:
Step I - $44,500 Annually, 100% FTE

Number of Positions Available: 2

Term of Appointment:
One year with the possibility to extend to two years. Non-Exempt appointment based on the needs of the research project. 100% Appointment.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct.

UC Davis is a smoke- and tobacco-free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any property owned or leased by UC Davis-- indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.

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Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Bachelor degree in biological sciences or a related field
• Previous demonstrated experience in coordinating complex, multi-level, multi-personal research activities
• Ability to work with rodents in laboratory setting

Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)

• Proficient computer skills including spreadsheet and database software
• Ability to work with human tissue
• Ability to meticulously follow standard operation procedures
• Flexible to changing demands of research tasks
• Professional approach to work and attention to detail
• Ability to review literature and follow the exact protocols of others’
• Enthusiastic in learning new lab skills

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Cover Letter (Optional)

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/faculty-equity-and-inclusion for guidelines about writing a statement and why one is requested.
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF04173

Help contact: nbrunn@ucdavis.edu

About UC Davis

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/).

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals’ with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available at: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

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