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The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for Junior, Assistant or Associate Research Specialist under the direction of Professor Seth Rubin. The Rubin Research Group uses a combination of biochemical, structural, and cell biology approaches to study proteins involved in cell-cycle regulation and cancer. This position will involve active participation in several lab projects, performing tasks such as molecular cloning, protein expression, protein purification, cell culture, creation of CRISPR-engineered cell lines, and biochemical and cell biology assays. The selected candidate will be highly enthusiastic and motivated to work and learn in a fast-paced research environment.

ACADEMIC TITLE
Junior Specialist, Assistant Specialist or Associate Specialist, determined by qualifications and experience (see rank qualifications)

SALARY
$39,500-$67,900 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field at the time of application.
• A minimum of one year of previous laboratory research experience (experience gained during undergraduate studies or post baccalaureate).

POSITION AVAILABLE
As soon as possible after initial review of the applications.

DURATION OF POSITION
Initial appointment will be full-time 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 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/JPF00727
Please refer to Position #JPF00727-20T in all correspondence.

Documents/Materials

• Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position (required)
• Curriculum vitae (required)

Reference Requirement
Applicants must provide the names and contact information of their professional references (a minimum of three are required and a maximum of four will be accepted). 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 UCSC’s confidentiality statement.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD
Full consideration will be given to applications completed by August 5, 2019. 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). More information is available at the APO website (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/104.000%20.html) or call (831) 459-4300.

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7/3/2019