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Letts Lab 2019 Assistant Project Scientist

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Position description

The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for one Assistant Project Scientist in molecular, cell and developmental biology.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The position will focus on the functional and structural characterization of NOX proteins and complexes. The candidate will design and perform experiments using molecular biology, protein expression, membrane protein biochemistry techniques and cryo-EM. This position requires strong molecular biology, protein biochemistry and structural biology skills to successfully execute these experiments. The candidate will then summarize data and assist with the preparation of figures and writing of manuscripts for publication, as well as assist in writing and reviewing grant proposals. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, responsible individual with strong interpersonal, communication and time-management skills who works well both independently and as part of a team.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
A PhD in molecular biology, protein biochemistry, structural biology or a related field with laboratory research experience reconstituting protein complexes in vitro. Must have experience with structural biology (either X-ray crystallography or cryo-EM) and be experienced with general cloning, biochemistry and protein purification. Must be able to keep a detailed laboratory notebook of experiments and procedures and data for publications, proposals, and/or presentations.

Minimum qualifications:
Scientific training and skill equivalent to graduate work in structural biology, biochemistry and molecular biology.
Experience with molecular biology techniques including transformations, DNA extraction, PCR, electrophoresis, site-directed mutagenesis and DNA sequence analysis.
Experience with protein construct design and optimization for structural studies.
Experience with record keeping and data storage.
Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with protein-protein interaction studies.
Experience with mammalian and/or insect cell culture.
Experience writing and editing manuscripts.

SALARY RANGE: Step I-VI $57,400-$74,200 [100% annual], commensurate with qualifications and experience

POSITION AVAILABLE/CLOSING DATE: The position will remain open until January 20, 2019 to accommodate department needs.

TERM OF APPOINTMENT: Appointments may be made up to 100%.

TO APPLY: To apply, please go to the following link:
https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF02611

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, statement of research experience, and contact information of three references. Documents/materials must be submitted as PDF files. All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For more information about the department, please visit the website: http://www.mcb.ucdavis.edu.

QUESTIONS: Please direct questions to James Letts, jaletts@ucdavis.edu
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 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 UCSC 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.

UC Davis is a smoke & tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/). If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact the recruiting department.

Application Requirements

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

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)
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Job location

Davis, CA