Junior or Assistant Specialist at UCSF
Posted by the Node, on 24 February 2020
Closing Date: 15 March 2021
We are looking for a self-motivated, responsible and organized individual who has previous hand-on research experience. This position will be working on research projects focused on enamel matrix protein extraction and analysis, and mouse colony maintenance. The techniques required for these projects include protein extraction, protein and peptide concentration analyses, SDS-PAGE, western blot, HPLC, enzyme activity assay, PCR and gel electrophoresis, and mouse colony maintenance. This individual must keep an organized detailed lab notebook, and will be playing a strong role in preparing the projects for future publication. If you are interested in this position, please submit: curriculum vitae, emails and telephone numbers of two references online at https://apptrkr.com/1835198. Applicant’s materials must list (pending) qualifications upon submission.
Minimum/Basic Qualifications required at the time of application:
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology, or a related field
• Research experience with basic biochemistry, protein chemistry and molecular biology
• Previous research experience with mouse genetics and mouse tissue collections for lab research
• Ability to conduct troubleshooting based on technical literature reviews and prepares summary reports
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.
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.