Scientist - Clinical Research jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Position overview
Position title: Colquitt Lab Research Scientist (Junior Spec- Asst Spec)
Salary range: Starting at $49,000 - 56,600 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience (see page 33 of the current UCSC salary scale for the Fiscal Year Specialist title series).

Percent time: Full-time (100%)

Anticipated start: As soon as possible after initial review of the applications.

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: September 23, 2022

Next review date: Monday, Oct 24, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Sep 22, 2023 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 Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a research scientist. Under the direction of Assistant Professor Bradley Colquitt, the research scientist will play a central role in a research group studying the development and evolution of behavior using songbirds as a model system. Responsibilities will center around participating in a number of research projects, setting up the Colquitt laboratory, purchasing supplies, monitoring inventories, and establishing experiment protocols in molecular biology and histology. Duties will also include initially setting up and maintaining the labs bird colony and working with graduate and undergraduate researchers in continuing care. The position will require the individual to demonstrate excellent time management, attention to detail, and record keeping skills. In addition to performing tasks in a clean and organized manner; and to successfully work as a member of a diverse, interdisciplinary research team.

Applicants with expertise in general molecular biology (e.g. PCR, gel electrophoresis, molecular cloning), histology (in situ hybridization, immunofluorescence), or microscopy, and experience working with vertebrate laboratory models are strongly encouraged to apply.



Colquitt Lab: https://colquitt-lab.ucsc.edu/

Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology: https://mcd.ucsc.edu


Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• For appointment to the junior specialist rank: Baccalaureate. degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in neuroscience, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
  
• For appointment to the assistant specialist rank: Masters degree or a baccalaureate degree and a minimum of two years of post-baccalaureate experience using molecular biology in a research or clinical laboratory. Equivalent foreign degrees are applicable. The degree must be in neuroscience, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
  

Application Requirements


Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  
• Cover Letter - Cover letter that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.
  
  

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Applicants must provide the names and contact information of their references. The hiring unit will request confidential letters* from the references of those applicants who are under serious consideration. Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.

• All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSCs confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm.

Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01387

Help contact: mkistler@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 SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Appendix F, Section II.C. of the policy for applicable deadlines. (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 COVID-19 Vaccines webpage.

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Job location

Santa Cruz, California


To apply, visit https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01387

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