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University of California - Santa Cruz

Junior Specialist in Disease-Causing Bacteria

University of California - Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061


Position overview

Position title:

Junior Specialist in Disease-Causing Bacteria (Junior Specialist Rank)Salary range:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The posted UCSC Salary Scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the scale titled,

Represented Specialist Series Fiscal Year . 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 $[53,100 - $56,600.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:

September 16, 2024Most recent review date:

Wednesday, Oct 16, 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:

Friday, Dec 20, 2024 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

Professor Dr. Karen Ottemann in the Department of Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for the position

Junior Specialist in Disease-Causing Bacteria . Under the direction of Dr. Ottemann, the specialist will carry out experiments to explore how the ulcer-causing bacterium Helicobacter pylori establishes and maintains infection. Experiments will include mouse models of infection, bacterial culture, molecular biology, and microscopy.The candidate will also make contributions to lab management by serving as the lab safety representative, ordering supplies and equipment, generating reagents, and ensuring lab compliance with safety and animal welfare regulations. The specialist will be expected to be part of an inclusive and supportive team of students, staff, and faculty, and stay up to date on important scientific developments in the field of microbiology research.Applicants with research expertise in any (or several) of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: H. pylori molecular biology, general bacterial molecular biology, cloning, mouse husbandry and handling, cell culture, and sterile technique.The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.Qualifications

Basic qualifications

(required at the time the application is submitted)B.S. (or an equivalent foreign degree) in biological sciences, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field.A minimum of three months' full-time or six months part-time research experience (experience gained as an undergraduate or post-degree will be accepted).Experience with bacterial culture.Experience with bacterial molecular biology.Your application must demonstrate that you meet all of the basic qualifications

when you submit your application . There are no exceptions to this requirement.Application Requirements

Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V., which must include a minimum of 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 - A letter of application (one page maximum) that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.

Apply link:

https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01815Help contact:

twiggans@ucsc.eduAbout 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.Job location: Santa Cruz, CA

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