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Assistant Project Scientist 2021 (Al-Bassam Lab)

University of California Davis

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Posted:

February 25, 2021

Location:

Davis, California

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Salary:

Open

Type:

Full-time

Assistant Project Scientist 2021 (Al-Bassam Lab)

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

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The position will focus on the functional and structural characterization of molecular assemblies that promote biogenesis and polymerization tubulin dimers into microtubules and mechanisms of mitotic kinesin motor proteins. The candidate will design and perform experiments using molecular biology, protein expression, protein biochemistry techniques and cryo-EM. This position requires strong molecular biology, protein biochemistry and structural biology skills to successfully execute these experiments. Candidates are preferred to have demonstrated success in using structural biology approaches such as cryo-EM and/or x-ray crystallography. 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:
PhD and relevant postdoctoral training 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 single particle image analysis) 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.
Expertise in x-ray crystallographic structure determination and/or cryo-electron microscopy and single particle image methods
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 protein expression.
Experience writing and editing manuscripts.

SALARY RANGE: Step I-VI $63,100-$81,200 [100% annual], commensurate with qualifications and experience

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

CLOSING DATE: For full consideration, all application materials must be received by March 22, 2021.
The job will remain open until filled.

For more information about the Department, please visit the website: http://www.mcb.ucdavis.edu.

TO APPLY: Qualified applicants should upload a curriculum vitae, cover letter, statement of research experience and contact information of three references submitted via this URL:

https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF04021

QUESTIONS: Please direct questions to: Jawdat Al-Bassam, jawdat@ucdavis.edu

The University of California, Davis commits to inclusion excellence by advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. 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.

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 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.

To apply, visit https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF04021

Internal Number: 2165584

About University of California Davis

UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.

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