What are the responsibilities and job description for the SRA 2 NEX (SRA 2-NEX) position at University of California, Davis?
The UC Davis Genome Center coordinates interdisciplinary research in the areas of genomics and bioinformatics, and is involved in the training of undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral scholars. The population of the Genome Center and Cores averages approximately 200 faculty, staff, students, professional researchers, visiting faculty, and postdoctoral scholars. The center is housed in the Genome and Biomedical Sciences Facility (GBSF), a 232,000 sq. ft., Garamendi funded research facility.
Job Summary
Work closely with the MMRRC Manager and Importation Coordinator, as well as distribution staff to maintain up-to-date information on mouse models. Provide technical assistance to distribution staff and to external scientific users on UC Davis MMRRC distributed mutant models. Provide scientific technical support for external users.
Perform data entry using various software programs. Create regular monthly progress reports for submission to the National Institutes of Health.
POSITION INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Attendance - Constantly, Sitting - Constantly, Speaking - Frequently, Standing - Occasionally, Writing - Occasionally, Talk or Hear – Constantly
- Close Visual Acuity (e.g., viewing a computer screen; using measurement devices) - Frequently
- Moderate Noise Conditions – Occasionally
- Computer and Peripheral Equipment - Constantly, Telephone – Frequently
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education/Experience:
- Experience in laboratory mouse care, including mutant colony management and mouse husbandry.
- Experience with techniques used to create mutant mouse models.
- Experience in organizing data for databases, presentation and reporting.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :
- Theoretical knowledge in Animal Science, Biology, Genetics or related field.
- Strong background in scientific research.
- Knowledge of genetics and genetic mutations.
- Knowledge of mouse strains used for genetic manipulations. Skill to interpret mouse strain nomenclature.
- Skill to review scientific publications and extract necessary data for curation of mouse models.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education/Experience:
- Experience providing customer service in scientific field.
- Experience in assisting with manuscript preparation and submission.
- Background in communications.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
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Salary : $27 - $44
