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Research Specialist - Romero Lab
Position overview
Position title: Research Specialist - Romero Lab (Junior - Associate Ranks)Application Window
Open date: August 21, 2024
Most recent review date: Monday, Sep 23, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 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 Romero Lab in the Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for one or more research specialists. Under the direction of Assistant Professor Matthew Romero, the specialists will contribute to a research program investigating skeletal muscle biology and next generation sequencing techniques using cutting edge experiments in the fields of genomics, biology and physiology.
Duties will include aiding in general lab activities such as cell culture and lab management, training new and incoming lab members on lab techniques, and working together to successfully conduct experiments. The selected candidate(s) will be expected to perform calculations for the preparation of lab solutions and reagents; have a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles; and have general computer skills and the ability to quickly learn and master basic computer programs, databases, and scientific applications. The selected candidate(s) should have strong analytical skills and excellent judgment and will be expected to stay current with the scientific literature in the field and contribute to the preparation of manuscripts, presentations, and grant proposals. This position will require excellent organizational skills and the ability to successfully work as a member of a diverse, interdisciplinary research team.
Applicants with any of the following qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply: experience with qRT-PCR, RT-PCR; experience with mammalian cell culture; experience with DNA, RNA and protein isolation methods; animal handling experience and conducting physiological experiments on animals.
The Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology Department: https://mcd.ucsc.edu/
Qualifications
- B.S./B.A. degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field. Please be aware that you must possess the basic degree when you submit your application.
- A minimum of one year of relevant lab experience using basic molecular biology techniques and assays (it is acceptable for the experience to be gained as an undergraduate or after the degree has been earned).
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V., which must include a list of publications (if any) and three professional references along with their contact information. The search committee will contact the references of those applicants who are under serious consideration.
Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.
Help contact: mkistler@ucsc.edu
About UC Santa Cruz
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