Junior Specialist in Chemistry Department
Company: University of California - Davis
Location: Davis
Posted on: September 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Position overview
Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100 at Step 1 or
56,600 at Step 2
Application Window
Open date: September 2, 2024
Next review date: Tuesday, Sep 17, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific
Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the
committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Sep 17, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
Position description
This position focuses on the development and implementation of
molecular tools to detect and/or produce small molecule analytes in
living animals. These studies rely heavily on use of fluorescent
microscopy, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques
(e.g., cloning), bacterial cell culture, protein purification,
computational chemistry, and analytical chemistry. The Junior
Specialist will work directly with the principal investigator and
lab members to pursue neuroscience research. S/he will interact
with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers and assist with
facilitating research work. S/he will be involved in research
activities, results of which will be presented at local, regional,
and national conferences and meetings. S/he will also participate
in reviewing journal articles and engaging in discussions about the
research and the interpretation of results. S/he will possess
strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills as
well as the ability to work independently and as part of a
team.
Major Responsibilities and Designated Areas of Expertise
I. Research in Specialized Areas (90%)
50% Perform fluorescent biosensor assays, mammalian cell culture,
immunocytochemistry studies, molecular cloning, bacterial cell
culture, protein purification, computational chemistry, and
analytical chemistry.
20% Perform primary neuronal culture to aid in sample acquisition.
Perform in vivo studies to assess the efficacy of biosensors and/or
measure analytes.
10% Perform other laboratory techniques as needed to carry out
pharmacological characterization of small molecules.
10% Participate in discussions about the research; assist with the
interpretation of research results, document research results, and
prepare reporest for publication.
II. Professional Competence and Activity (5%)
5% Participate in appropriate professional/technical groups and
other educational/research organizations and campus units as
needed; Read publications related to research area.
III. University and Public Service (5%)
5% Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in lab and perform
assigned group jobs.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
A bachelor of science degree in biological sciences, neuroscience,
or related field is required for the position.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
The ideal candidate will have strong cell culture skills, general
knowledge of operating high content imagers and analytical
instruments (e.g., mass spectrometer).
The ideal candidate must have strong leadership and problem-solving
skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a
team. Must have undergraduate research experience and preferably
post baccalaureate work experience in an academic research lab.
Previous experience generating and maintaining primary neuronal
cultures is required.
Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required,
qualifications for the position)
Primary neuronal culture experience and use of high content imagers
(such as a CX7) is preferred.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
(Optional)
Reference requirements
Apply link:
https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06625
Help contact: scgutierrez@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.
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, protected veteran status, or other
protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination
policy.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy,
please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy,
please visit:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
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
The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to
inclusive excellence by advancing equity, diversity and inclusion
in all that we do. UC Davis celebrates the multi-cultural diversity
of its community by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment
demonstrated through a variety of resources and programs available
to academics, staff, and students. Diversity, equity, inclusion,
and belonging are core values of UC Davis that are embedded within
our Principles of Community and are tied with how to best serve our
student population. Our excellence in research, teaching, and
service can best be fully realized by members of our academic
community who share our commitment to these values, which are
included in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Vision, our
strategic plan: "To Boldly Go," our Principles of Community, the
Office of Academic Affairs' Mission Statement, and the UC Board of
Regents Policy 4400: Policy on University of California Diversity
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of achieving federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution
and an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific
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net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and repeatedly shown its
commitment to preserving a healthy and sustainable environment for
generations to come.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all
applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining
agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or
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Job location
Davis, CA
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