The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for 1 Junior Specialist positions in genetics, molecular and cellular biology.
Position Description
Research (80%):
This position will be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on germ line biology in the nemtode C. elegans. The successful candidate will create DNA constructs, introduce DNA constructs into C. elegans to create new worm strains and analyze germ lines from those strains using fixed and live imaging techniques. In addition, the candidate is expected to review the scientific literature, and in conjunction with the Principle investigator formulate new hypotheses, design new experiments to test those hypotheses and conduct the newly designed experiments. The candidate is also expected to engage in, and present their work at, lab and group research meetings, as well as help prepare figures and assist in writing manuscripts for publication.
Service (20%):
The junior specialist will be expected to help train and mentor undergraduates, graduate students, and other lab members, and will be expected to help with the overall running of the lab, including ordering, cleaning, and ensuring that safety regulations are met.
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Bachelor degree in cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, or a related field, with some lab experience. Experience must include molecular biology skills such as PCR, experience with C. elegans, experience with confocal microscopy using MicroManager software, and image analysis using ImageJ/Fiji. Must be able to keep a complete and detailed laboratory notebook of experimental procedures and be able to document graphic and tabular data for publication, proposals, and/or presentations. Experience with software programs including Excel and Graphpad Prism is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience or coursework in studying cell biology and genetics. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills, as well as the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
Salary Range
A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100 at Step 1 (@ 100%) or $56,600 at Step 2 (@ 100%)
Junior Specialist NEX: A reasonable estimate for this position is $25.44/hr at Step 1 or $27.11/hr at step 2
Position Available/Closing Date
For full consideration applications should be received by January 27, 2025. Position will remain open until filled
Term of Appointment
Short term, maximum two-year appointment based on the needs of the research project. Appointments may be made up to 100%.
Apply
To apply, please use UC Davis Recruit
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a research statement describing their past research experience, skills and interests, and a curriculum vitae. Documents/materials must be submitted as PDF files. Applicants should also provide contact information for two references. All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law.
QUESTIONS: Please direct questions to Frank McNally fjmcnally@ucdavis.edu