[Neuroinfo] Job Announcement - Junior Specialist (Entry Level) - Molecular and Cell Biology - UC Berkeley

[Sabastian Belser]

*Junior Specialist, Step I-II – Neuroscience – Molecular and Cell Biology*


We are seeking a highly motivated individual to assist in carrying out
original research using state-of-the-art single cell genomics and
CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technologies, with the goal of characterizing
cellular diversity in the mammalian brain as part of a recently funded
BRAIN Initiative award. The successful candidate will participate in this
exciting project by applying cutting-edge CRISPR/Cas9 genome engineering
techniques to genetically label newly discovered cell types in mouse
transgenic models. This individual will be an integral member of a dynamic,
multidisciplinary team of neuroscientists, molecular biologists, genomics
technologists, mouse geneticists, statisticians and computer scientists to
develop and deploy new technologies for creating novel tools to identify
and analyze the function of cell types in the mammalian brain.


To apply: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF01549



Responsibilities:



   - Designing and constructing targeted constructs for CRISPR/Cas9 gene
   targeting
   - Maintaining mouse ES cell cultures; performing CRISPR/Cas9-based gene
   targetings in mouse ES cells and/or mouse embryos
   - Genotyping and characterizing transgenic ES cells and transgenic mice
   - Developing improved methods for genetic manipulations in ES cells and
   mice using CRISPR/Cas9-based technologies

Minimum/Basic Qualifications Required (By the time of application):
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent degree, in Molecular and Cell Biology,
neuroscience, developmental biology, or a related field.



Additional Qualifications Required (by start date): Hands-on and
demonstrable experience in routine molecular biology techniques, including
molecular cloning, PCR, plasmid design and construction.



Preferred Qualifications (by start date): Excellent communication skills
and careful attention to detail. Experience in mammalian cell culture or ES
cell culture, and mouse genetics and transgenesis.



Appointment: This position reports to Dr. John Ngai. The initial
appointment is 100% for 1 year with the expectation of extension based on
satisfactory performance and availability of funding. The approximate start
date of this position will be December 1, 2017.


Salary: $18.26/hour – $19.48/hour at 100% time, depending on
qualifications. This position provides full benefits.



To apply: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF01549



Interested individuals should submit application documents as PDFs, which
includes, an updated curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and contact
information for 1 to 3 individuals who have agreed to provide a reference
for this specific position. (Letters of reference may be requested of the
finalists).



This recruitment will remain open until filled. Specific questions
regarding the recruitment can be directed to Sabastian Belser, HR Partner,
sswbelser at berkeley.edu.



All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California
policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including
when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or
career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality (
http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html) prior to submitting their letters.



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. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination
and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct. The department is
interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal
opportunity in higher education through their work.


Best,

Sabastian Belser

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*Sabastian Belser, MBA*
*HR/AP Partner*
University of California, Berkeley
1608 4th Street, 318-50
Berkeley, CA 94710-7600
New phone: (510) 847-6982
sswbelser at berkeley.edu

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