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Genomics Institute: Junior Specialist, Evolution of Gene Regulatory Networks (Open until filled. Apply by 11/4/2020)
University of California Santa Cruz
Genomics Institute: Junior Specialist, Evolution of Gene Regulatory Networks (Open until filled. Apply by 11/4/2020)
University of California Santa Cruz
 Genomics Institute: Junior Specialist, Evolution of Gene Regulatory Networks (Open until filled. Apply by 11/4/2020) The Genomics Institute at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for the position of Junior Specialist, Evolution of Gene Regulatory Networks supervised by Dr. Sofie Salama. The junior specialist will work as part of a team to participate in performing cell culture and molecular biology research experiments aimed at understanding the evolution and function of new gene regulatory networks that emerged recently in the human lineage and are derived from retrotransposons and KRAB Zinc Fingers. This work will involve culturing human and non-human primate pluripotent stem cells as well as standard human cancer cell lines, RNA and protein isolation, luciferase reporter assays and Chromatin Immunoprecipitation (ChIP-Seq) library generation and analysis. In addition to performing these duties, the incumbent will support lab operations by assisting with ordering, chemical waste disposal, equipment maintenance and related functions. The candidate will also be expected to keep a detailed laboratory notebook and prepare written and oral reports describing experiment results. The candidate will be expected to learn new techniques and implement protocols, have strong attention to detail, demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, exercise good time management and problem-solving skills, and work effectively in a team environment. Applicants with expertise in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: pluripotent stem cell culture and/or high throughput sequencing library generation and analysis. ACADEMIC TITLE Junior Specialist SALARY Commensurate with qualifications and experience. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
POSITION AVAILABLE As soon as possible after initial review of the applications. DURATION OF POSITION Initial appointment will be full time for one year. Reappointment may be considered contingent upon the availability of work and appropriate funding. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system. All documents and materials must be submitted as PDFs. APPLY AT https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00947 Please refer to Position # JPF00947-21T in all correspondence. Documents/Materials
RECRUITMENT PERIOD Full consideration will be given to applications completed by November 4, 2020. Applications received after this date will be considered only if the position has not been filled. 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 University's 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 VISIT THE UCSC WEB SITE AT https://www.ucsc.edu 10/1/2020 Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-a608e08c74c81d44b3407b97495d774f
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