Kim Lab: Junior Research Specialist

University of California Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Full-time Research

Posted on April 21, 2024

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Kim Lab: Junior Research Specialist

Position overview
Position title: Kim Lab: Junior Research Specialist (Junior Specialist Rank)
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The posted UCSC Salary Scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the scale titled, Represented Specialist Series- Fiscal Year. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300 - $54,600

Percent time: Full-time (100%)

Anticipated start: As soon as possible after the initial review of applications.

Position duration: Initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of reappointment. Should the hiring unit propose reappointment; a review to assess performance will be conducted. Reappointment is also contingent upon the availability of funding.

Application Window

Open date: December 21, 2023

Most recent review date: Friday, Jan 19, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Friday, Dec 20, 2024 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

The Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a junior research specialist. Under the direction of Assistant Professor Euiseok Kim, the junior research specialist will conduct research on a fully funded project developing next-generation viral genetic neural circuit tracers. This will involve conducting research on rodent stereotaxic surgery, histology, microscope imaging, and data analysis. Duties will also include cell culture assays, BSL-2 engineered virus production, molecular biology (cloning and PCR), fluorescent microscopy. The junior specialist will also contribute to research projects by maintaining basic lab reagents for molecular biology and histology, contributing to manuscripts, disseminating information through presentations, and assisting with grant proposals.

This position will require the candidate to prioritize accuracy, successfully collaborate with other lab members, and employ excellent problem-solving, interpersonal communication, and critical thinking skills. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented backgrounds in accordance with our lab’s commitment to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in scientific research.

The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.

Kim Lab: http://www.ejkimlab.com/

MCD Biology: https://mcd.ucsc.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

B.S./B.A. degree or higher (or an equivalent foreign degree) in neuroscience; molecular, cell, and developmental biology; biochemistry; virology, or a related discipline.
Research experience in neuroscience or a related biomedical field.
Laboratory experience in small animal stereotaxic surgery, craniotomy, microinjection, and microscope imaging.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V., which must include three professional references along with their contact information. The search committee will contact the references of those applicants who are under serious consideration.
Cover Letter - Letter of application (two pages maximum) that describes your research experience and interest as it relates to the position.

Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01668

Help contact: ptveit@ucsc.edu

About UC Santa Cruz

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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by phone at (831) 459-2686.

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 (see https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify). The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/102.530.html).

UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602.

UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees. As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC). Visit the NorCal HERC website at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-northern-california/ to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution.

The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance. For information about employee benefits please visit https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

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 local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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Job location

Santa Cruz, California

To apply, visit https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01668

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Kim Lab: Junior Research Specialist

University of California Santa Cruz

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