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Posted: 31-Mar-23
Location: Santa Cruz, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4053506
Neolux Yeh Lab Research Assistant
Position overview
Position title: Neolux Yeh Lab Research Assistant (Junior Specialist)
Salary range: The posted UCSC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by by rank and step at appointment. See Table 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 is offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimate for this position is $49,000 - $52,200.
Percent time: Full-time (100%)
Anticipated start: July 1, 2023. The degree must be completed by June 15, 2023 for employment beginning on July 1, 2023 and beyond.
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: March 29, 2023
Most recent review date: Friday, Apr 28, 2023 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: Thursday, Mar 28, 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 Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for the position Neolux Yeh Lab Research Assistant. The Neolux Yeh Lab is devoted to the design and development of novel protein probes and biosensors for biomedical applications, including but not limited to clinical diagnostics, drug screening, functional imaging, and cell therapy studies.
Under the direction and supervision of Dr. Andy Yeh, the research assistant will be responsible for laboratory organization/management, the day-to-day operations of the research lab, and assisting with the preparation and carrying out in vitro experiments.
This position is currently supported for one to three years and may be extended contingent on project funding availability.
A flexible schedule within the 40-hour work per week can be arranged. Co-authorship on peer-reviewed publications and co-inventorship on intellectual properties are available contingent on the degree of project participation and contribution.
Responsibilities:
- Perform general laboratory maintenance (access control, organization, cleaning).
- Order supplies & equipment.
- Maintain records of chemical and supplies orders, deliveries, and storage locations.
- Independently prepare experimental supplies (buffer, aliquots, and competent cells).
- Clone genes by PCR and construct plasmids as instructed (training will be provided).
- Recombinant protein expression and purification (training will be provided).
- Operate scientific instruments with training and/or supervision (e.g., centrifuge, sonication, SDS-PAGE, and size-exclusion chromatography).
- Other duties as assigned.
The position will require the research assistant to consistently demonstrate strong organizational skills; strong writing and verbal communication skills; ability to keep detailed notes of experiments; willingness to learn new techniques ; ability to work successfully with members of a scientific team; and actively engage in translational research or diagnostic development.
Preference will be given to candidates who have extensive experience with the following areas: molecular cloning, recombinant protein expression/purification, performing protein assays, and organic chemistry.
The NEOLUX Yeh Lab: https://neolux.sites.ucsc.edu/
The Department of Biomolecular Engineering: https://engineering.ucsc.edu/departments/biomolecular-engineering/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
- B.A./B.S. degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in engineering, biological sciences, or a related field. It is anticipated that the degree will be completed by June 15, 2023.
- Research experience in biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, chemistry, or immunology.
- Familiarity with general office software (e.g., MS Office), retrieving scientific literature (e.g., PubMed, Web of Science).
Application Requirements
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V., which must include contact information for two professional references. The committee will conduct reference checks for those applicants who are under serious consideration.
- Cover Letter - Briefly summarize your qualifications and interest in the position.
- Statement of Research (Optional)
- Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement addressing your understanding of the barriers facing traditionally underrepresented groups and your past and/or future contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching and professional or public service. Candidates are urged to review guidelines on statements (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/diversity.html) before preparing their application.
(Optional)
Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01479
Help contact: lcrowder@ucsc.edu
Campus Information
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 Universitys 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 condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs - With Updated Interim Amendments. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine Primary Series or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, Religious Objection, and/or Deferral based on pregnancy or recent COVID-19 diagnosis and/or treatment) no later than the applicable deadline. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of receiving the most recent CDC-recommended COVID-19 booster or properly decline such booster no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Exhibit 2, Section II.C. of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Attachment for applicable deadlines. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of being Up-To-Date on seasonal influenza vaccination or properly decline such vaccination no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Program Attachment. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Additional information and resources for compliance are located on the campus Health Center site
VISIT UC Santa Cruz: https://www.ucsc.edu
Job location
Santa Cruz, California
To apply, visit https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01479
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