Scientific Program Manager

Company: University Of California Davis
Location: Davis
Posted on: July 1, 2020

Job Description:

FOR FULL CONSIDERATION, YOU MUST COMPLETE THE FORMAL APPLICATION THROUGH OUR CAREERS SITE -- DETAILS & LINK INCLUDED BELOW. Job Summary: Under general direction of the Principal Investigator, develop, implement and provide ongoing scientific expertise, direction and management of multiple, large and complex, international scientific research programs impacting the overall success of a multi-campus, interdepartmental, global health malaria research project in selected field sites in Africa (specifically the Union of the Comoros and the Republic of Sao Tome and Principe). Assist and support the PI in planning and coordinating the scientific research aspects of the program and will work directly with individual post-doctoral researchers in ensuring the timely completion of individual components of the research agenda. Identify program objectives and strategies, manage very significant human, financial, and physical resources, and will function with a high degree of autonomy. Manage program timelines and deliverables, develop written reports, scientific papers, and presentations, and represent the program for diverse audiences. Collaborate, and work in partnership with, the Engagement Program Manager and Field Station Manager(s) at the African field sites. Position Information: Salary Range: $5,683.33 - $11,408.33/Month Appointment Type: Career Percentage of Time: 100% Shift Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm Location: Davis Union Representation: No Benefits Eligible: Yes Apply By Date: 07/12/2020 We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs. Required Qualifications: * Advanced degree in population genomics or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience with minimum 5 years of postdoctoral research experience. * Understanding of genetic engineering and gene drive research and proposed use of this technology for the eradication of vector-borne diseases. * Skills and competency in genome assembly and annotation, sequence quality processing and analysis, e.g. Illumina, PacBio, Sanger, Oxford Nanopore and working in a Linux high performance computing environment. * Expertise in programming languages (C++, Python, C, Java, Perl). * Basic wet lab skills including DNA isolation, quantitation, and quality assessment, and NGS library prep. * Exceptional communication skills: specifically experience communicating with diverse groups of people, in multiple languages and countries about complex scientific issues. Exceptional critical thinking and strategic planning skills; solution oriented. Exceptional writing skills. * Experience leading teams, motivating others to remain goal oriented, focused and collaborative Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced understanding of vector-borne diseases. * Advanced understanding of genetic engineering, gene drive research and applications of the technology. * Experience conducting field research in Africa. * Advanced language skills in French or Portuguese. Special Requirements This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. EEO The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. Directions: 1. Copy & paste the link to access our careers site - https:// HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&Si 2. Sign In to access your account or if you are not an existing user, select the "New User" link to create one. 3. Review the job description and select the "Apply" button to begin your application. If you are a current employee of our organization please use the following link instead: HRS_HRAM_EMP.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&SiteId=8&FOCUS=Emplo

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