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Junior Specialist I/II - Tushir-Singh Lab

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000 at Step 1 or $58,600 at Step 2
Review timeline: 12-24 months

Application Window

Open date: April 19, 2026

Next review date: Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Laboratory Research (90%)
The candidate will be responsible for research in cancer biology, immunology and antibody engineering. Successful candidates will participate in performing molecular techniques such as RNA/DNA extraction, large-scale sample antibody repository and maintenance, cloning, protein expression, and purification. General responsibilities include: antibody biology, cancer cell biology, processing of human patient samples, use of tissue culture models, and animal models to perform experiments using molecular biology, immunology, and cell cultures. This position will be expected to assist in the preparation of BUA and animal use protocols, maintain lab safety protocols, manage specimen inventory, data input/storage, and maintain an inventory of supplies etc.. The candidate will record, analyze, and compile data as well as complete data uploads to appropriate Laboratory Information Systems. They will be expected to aid in troubleshooting and analysis of findings and work closely under the direction of PI and with research team members. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills; as well as the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Professional Competence (5%):
The candidate will be expected to attend lab meetings and, when appropriate, will present data to their laboratory peers and will contribute to scholarly articles by providing their research findings, data, and write-ups on the work performed and may participate in writing manuscript portions in relation to their research findings. The candidate will review scholarly literature to improve or learn about methods for the project that are needed for ongoing projects and will participate in local conferences and joint lab meetings.

Service (5%):
The candidate will also provide University/public service by providing mentorship of undergraduate students, guiding them in laboratory safety and training in work and data analysis.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Degree in Biological Sciences, microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, neurosciences or related field. Prior lab experience is a must. Must exhibit a professional approach to research work, laboratory techniques, and attention to experimental details.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

Experience with proteins, antibodies, tissue cell culture, and long-term course experiments with emphasis on experiments with antibody engineering.

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

Coursework and/or experience to perform molecular biology techniques. Experience in developing or adapting experimental tools and assays. Experience with large-scale sample repository and maintenance. Computer skills and experience for scientific data entry and usage is also preferred.

Application Requirements

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

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research (Optional)

  • Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

  • Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07603

Help contact: asaini2@health.ucdavis.edu

About UC Davis

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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Job location

Davis, CA