"Staff Research Associate 1 (9613C), Molecular and Cell Biology - 80012"

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Departmental Overview

The teaching and research activities of the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology (MCB) concern the molecular structures and processes of cellular life and their roles in the function, reproduction, and development of living organisms.

The types of living organisms from which the departmental faculty draws its working materials range from viruses and microbes through plants, roundworms, annelids, arthropods, and mollusks to fish, amphibia, and mammals.

Position Summary

The SRA will acts as a lab manager in the He Lab. 20% of their time will be dedicated to lab management. 80% of the time will be dedicated to research support.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: August 19, 2025

Responsibilities

Research Support:

• Supervised basic research to examine the function of ncRNAs and transposon pathways in mouse development and aging, including colony management, molecular biology, mouse surgery, phenotype analyses and RNA sequencing experiments.
• Update and maintain animal protocols.
• Perform basic molecular biology, cell biology and mouse genetics experiments.

Lab organization and lab management:

• All administrative paperwork needed to maintain lab operation, BUA, AUP, etc.
• Supply and inventory management.
• Mange lab ordering system, including price negotiation with vendors and assign lab duties.
• Organize lab protocols, reagents, cleanup.
• Assist in training junior lab members in basic techniques & other duties as assigned.
• Act as lab safety officer, manage lab compliance paperwork.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with basic molecular biology, cell biology and developmental biology.
• Computer skills (word, excel, adobe illustrator and organization skills).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize work.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• At least one year of lab research experience.
• Strong learning capacity on bench skills.
• Bachelor's degree in cell biology, biochemistry, or in a related field and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with handling of mice, basic sterile techniques, surgical procedures.
• Experience with Python or R.
• 2 years+ research experiences in an academic lab.

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.

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $26.52 (Step 1) - $30.95 (Step 8).

This is a full-time, Career position that is eligible for full UC benefits. This is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Research Support Professionals Unit (RX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/rx/index.html