Lab Assistant (9605C), Department of Molecular & Cell Biology - 85678

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Departmental Overview

The UC Berkeley Molecular Therapeutics Initiative (MTI) reinvents drug discovery at the interface of academia and biotech by building on unique strengths of UC Berkeley: a detailed mechanistic understanding of the pathobiology at the heart of disease; the collaborative and interdisciplinary research between UC Berkeley laboratories in biology, chemistry and computational science; and the deep relationships between MTI faculty and the biotech and venture capital world. The MTI will catalyze a new generation of innovative therapeutic modalities, bringing together fundamental discoveries in human disease biology with pioneering technologies for to tackle the most challenging diseases of our time.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for laboratory duties, including assisting with planning, execution, and data collection for a research project, and working under close supervision.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: May 5, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date.

Responsibilities

Laboratory Support and Experiment Preparation (65%)

• Assisting with laboratory management and supporting scientific investigations and experiments.
• Prepare buffers and reagents for experiments.

Data Collection and Analysis (10%)

• Recording and analyzing data.

Sample Handling (10%)

• Collecting, preparing and/or testing samples.

Communication of Results (5%)

• Presenting results to senior staff.

Documentation and Reporting (5%)

• Writing reports, reviews and summaries.

Professional Development (5%)

• Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of research function.
• Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to assist with research experiments under supervision.
• Ability to follow instructions, attention to details.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

• This is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position.
• This is an 8-month, full-time (40 hours/week), Limited (temporary) appointment eligible for UC benefits, with the possibility of extension up to 18 months, contingent on funding.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.