Junior Specialist-Skrajna Lab

Position overview
Position title: Junior Specialist-Skrajna Lab
Salary range: ommensurate with qualifications and experience. The posted UCSC Salary Scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the scale titled, X. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300 - $54,600.
Percent time: Full-time (100%)
Anticipated start: As soon as possible after the initial review of 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: January 22, 2024

Next review date: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Jan 21, 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 Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a junior specialist. The Skrajna Research Group studies histone proteins and their roles in maintaining chromatin structure and functions in human health and disease. Under the direction of Professor Aleksandra Skrajna, the junior specialist will use molecular cloning, biochemical, biophysical and structural biology techniques to interrogate how nuclear proteins interact with and function on the repeating unit of chromatin – the nucleosome. Duties will also include assisting with everyday operations of the research lab, including but not limited to ordering and stocking supplies; maintaining laboratory stock reagents; and training undergraduate researchers. In addition, the junior specialist will participate directly in ongoing research projects, working in collaboration with PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows.

Applicants with research experience in molecular biological techniques for cloning and site-directed mutagenesis; designing and executing experiments in the context of a supervised project; recombinant protein expression and purification; using common laboratory equipment (autoclaves, incubators/shakers, hoods, etc.); and knowledge of general laboratory safety awareness are strongly encouraged to apply.

The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.

Chemistry and Biochemistry Department: https://science.ucsc.edu/department/chemistry/

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

B.S. or B.A. degree (or an equivalent foreign degree) in biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related field. Note you must possess the baccalaureate degree whem you submit your application.

Application Requirements
Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V., including 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.

Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01676

Help contact: [email protected]

About UC Santa Cruz

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 ).

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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 University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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Job location
Santa Cruz, California