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University of California - Merced

Molecular Ecology & Genomics Laboratory Technician / Manager (Open Rank)

University of California - Merced, Merced, California, United States, 95343


Position Overview

Position title:

Specialist Title SeriesSalary range:

See Tables 24B and 24BN for the salary range for this position. Depending on the rank hired into, a reasonable estimate for this position is at least $53,100 per year.Anticipated start:

9/16/2024Application Window

Open date:

August 28, 2024Next review date:

Wednesday, Sep 11, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) - Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:

Thursday, Oct 31, 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

A lab technician/manager position is available in the lab of Professor Michael Dawson. This position is to support comparative population genomic analyses of multiple coastal marine species with the goal of describing the historical dynamics (e.g. demography) and current sources of geographic structure within and among species and the communities of which they are a part. The lab wishes to understand associations between organisms, drivers of ecological dynamics, and the implications of the modern distributions of genomic variation for conservation in a changing seascape. The principal duties are:Coordinating and scheduling fieldwork and meetingsSpecimen collection, cataloguing, curation, and databasingDNA/RNA purification, quantificationSequencing library preparationSequencing and data curationParticipation in lab and project management and meetingsOther potential activities include:Assisting in preparation of reports, manuscripts, and grant proposalsCo-authoring oral and poster presentationsSupervising and training undergraduate studentsOther tasks as required to accomplish the preceding duties.Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:B.S. in a relevant areaKnowledge of and experience with wetlab techniques for DNA analyses and sequencingAbility to effectively manage tasks, things, and timeDemonstrated ability to work as a team memberWell-developed communication skills (esp. verbal, also writing)Preferred Qualifications:M.S. in a relevant areaPerspective consistent with UC Merced's mission to strive for excellence in teaching, research and public service, benefiting society by discovering and transmitting new knowledge and functioning as an active repository of organized knowledge; as a key tenet of this mission, UC Merced promotes and celebrates the diversity of all members of its community.Application Requirements

Document Requirements:Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterReference Requirements:3 required (contact information only)Apply link:

https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF01814Help contact:

snspersonnel@ucmerced.eduAbout UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence.The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.Please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.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. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.Job Location

Merced, CA

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