Animal/Laboratory Assistant II - 129206

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UCSD Department of Psychiatry is one of the most innovative and productive academic departments in the country, offering challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of advanced educational programs, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the art clinical services. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees.

The incumbent will work as a laboratory assistant to assist in isolating DNA from tissue samples and preparing it for NGS applications, according to the laboratory protocols within the Department of Psychiatry. Identify problems and help troubleshooting. Assist with keeping laboratory equipment clean and in working order. Keep excellent records about the sample processing according to established procedures. Help in coordinating sample flow information with the data team. Assist in maintaining inventory and stock of lab consumables, and in keeping records for expenses according to UCSD protocols. Assist with other tasks as needed.

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and two years of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

• Experience in handling molecular biology equipment - multichannel pipettes, epMotion robot, TapeStation, etc.

• Experience in molecular biology laboratory work, including DNA isolation and preparation of sequencing libraries.

• General laboratory experience.

• Experience in handling live rodents.

• Demonstrated experience in maintaining rodent breeding colony.

• Ability to recognize, report and troubleshoot technical problems.

• Good communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain detailed breeding records (including genetics and lineage of all animals) based on instructions from the supervisor and the lab manager.

• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.

• Extreme attention to details, high standards for accuracy and documentation.

• Must have the ability to work under own initiative as well as to work meticulously under close direction.

• Excellent time management skills.

• Demonstrated experience with high-pace high-throughput laboratory work.

• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.

• Academic courses in relevant subjects, such as genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, organic chemistry.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

• Must be able to work in the lab with DNA tissue samples.

• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and evenings if needed.

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Annual Full Pay Range: $44,662 - $52,513 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $21.39 - $25.15

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