Researcher in Neurobiology (University of California Irvine)

Job #JPF09370 Department: Anatomy and Neurobiology / School of Medicine / UC Irvine Position Overview Salary Range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100 - $68,300. See Specialist Series – Represented Fiscal Year for the salary range for this position. Application Window Open date: October 31, 2024 Next review date: Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Friday, Oct 31, 2025 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 Specialist (Junior or Assistant, depending on experience) will independently design and execute a variety of MERFISH experiments, including reagent prep, slide prep, sample prep, and data analysis. The specialist is expected to read and critically analyze scholarly articles to stay current with advancements in the field. Experience working with mice is essential. Key Responsibilities: Prepare samples and reagents Order laboratory supplies Maintain inventory logs for samples, supplies, and reagents Update standard operating procedures and protocols Keep maintenance logs for laboratory machinery and tools May be required to work overtime to complete experiments Department Anatomy and Neurobiology Qualifications Basic Qualifications (required at time of application): Junior Specialists: Appointees to the Junior rank should possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience. Assistant Specialists: Appointees to the Assistant rank should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree), or five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Application Requirements Document Requirements: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload this form with their application. Reference Requirements: 3-5 required (contact information only) About UC Irvine The University of California, Irvine 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 anti-discrimination policy. 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. Job Location Irvine, CA Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. You have the right to an equal employment opportunity. For more information about your rights, see the EEO is the Law Supplement. The University of California, Irvine is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. See our Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act Annual Security Reports. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Psychoneuroxy

Job #JPF09370
Department: Anatomy and Neurobiology / School of Medicine / UC Irvine

Position Overview

Salary Range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100 - $68,300. See Specialist Series – Represented Fiscal Year for the salary range for this position.

Application Window

Open date: October 31, 2024
Next review date: Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Oct 31, 2025 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 Specialist (Junior or Assistant, depending on experience) will independently design and execute a variety of MERFISH experiments, including reagent prep, slide prep, sample prep, and data analysis. The specialist is expected to read and critically analyze scholarly articles to stay current with advancements in the field. Experience working with mice is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare samples and reagents
Order laboratory supplies
Maintain inventory logs for samples, supplies, and reagents
Update standard operating procedures and protocols
Keep maintenance logs for laboratory machinery and tools
May be required to work overtime to complete experiments

Department

Anatomy and Neurobiology

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application):

Junior Specialists: Appointees to the Junior rank should possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience.
Assistant Specialists: Appointees to the Assistant rank should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree), or five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements:

Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload this form with their application.

Reference Requirements:

3-5 required (contact information only)

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine 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 anti-discrimination policy.

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.