Junior Specialist- Department Research Support

Position overview

The Department of Surgery at the University of California, Davis invites applications for multiple qualified Junior Specialists for research support across the 12 surgical divisions. This position will be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on basic science research.

The successful candidates will also participate in research laboratory support such as assisting with various research projects, organizing and maintaining lab supplies, research documentation searches and working with volunteers and students. The appointees will work under the supervision of one of our many Researchers. Our surgical specialties include bariatric and metabolic surgery, burn surgery, colorectal surgery, cardiac surgery endocrine surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, general thoracic surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, pediatric surgery oncologic surgery, plastic surgery, transplant surgery, vascular surgery, trauma and acute care and surgical critical care surgery.

• Develop, perform, and contribute to translational and basic science research projects
• Manage datasets, records, and research documentation
• Educate students and mentor students in the laboratory as required
• Prepare laboratory orders and maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies
• Participate in the writing and preparing of manuscripts and research publications
• Contribute to translational and basic science research projects
• Ensure laboratory supplies are well stocked, and laboratory work areas are kept clean and free of potential contamination issues.
• Perform pathology techniques (tissue fixation/embedding, cryosectioning, and staining) on animal tissue samples
• Establish and maintain human and animal cell culture lines using sterile techniques
• Independently perform cellular and molecular biology assays including flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR, and immunocytochemistry
• Prepare sterile media/reagents and maintain sterile facilities (incubator)
• Correctly use and maintain laboratory equipment such as micro-plate reader, balances, centrifuges, microscopes, pipettes, cryostat, and laminar flow hoods
• Update/ modify standard laboratory procedures to fulfill the needs of each research project.
• Other related jobs assigned by supervisor

Basic qualifications:

Knowledge of basic molecular/cell biology techniques and terminology

Additional qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology or a related discipline

Preferred qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and an interest in basic science; as well as the ability to work well independently and as part of a team

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)
• Authorization to Release Information Form

Reference requirements: 2 required (contact information only)

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state for federal law.

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.