"Stem Cell Junior Specialist Available_Therrien Lab"

JPF07104

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100 at Step 1 or $56,600 at Step 2

Application Window

Open date: April 28, 2025

Most recent review date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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: Thursday, Jul 31, 2025 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

Stem Cell Junior Specialist Available

UC Davis Center for Neuroscience

Apply via https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07104

For full consideration, apply by 15 days after posting

Description:

We are looking to hire a junior specialist to join our Gliomics Research Group (https://www.gliomics-lab.com/) at the Center for Neuroscience at UC Davis. Our group is interested in understanding the genetic regulation of microglia states in neurodegenerative diseases. We aim to identify, track, and manipulate microglia states using various in vitro and in vivo stem cell models, genomics, epigenetics, and imaging techniques. We are passionate about advancing our understanding of diseases and making a difference in patients' lives. This position will contribute specifically to projects that use stem cell-derived models to understand better the role of microglia states in health and diseases. We particularly seek applicants with cell culture experience interested in participating in each step of the project, from design to analysis. This is an exciting opportunity to support and develop new projects on neuroimmune interactions in Alzheimer's disease and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. This position will provide an outstanding foundation for a career in science, medicine, or biotechnology, with multiple possible career paths in academia and industry.

RESEARCH 90%

• Experimental design - 15%
• Work with team members and collaborators to design and carry out experiments essential to the group's collective success.
• Consult the literature, supervisor, and other scientific staff as needed to troubleshoot experiments.
• Data collection and analysis - 60%
• Prepare and maintain cell cultures, including induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC), derived neurons, and glia.
• Prepare and maintain stocks of necessary reagents, solutions, and supplies.
• Maintain detailed experimental records, documentation, and written protocols.
• Perform basic immunocytochemistry, fluorescence microscopy, and image analysis.
• Lab management and lab tasks - 15%
• Assist with equipment maintenance and laboratory organization
• Ensure new lab members are trained on appropriate lab procedures.
• Maintaining and purchasing lab supplies
• Maintenance of IRB protocols

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE. 5%

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

The incumbent may have the opportunity to submit data for presentation to relevant conferences, such as Society for Neuroscience (if funding is available).

Active participation in weekly lab meetings, journal club presentations, presentations from outside speakers, and weekly workshops to help incumbents develop their career goals.

Participation in appropriate professional/technical societies or groups and/or review research proposals, journal manuscripts, and publications related to area of expertise

UNIVERSITY SERVICE 5%

The incumbent will mentor undergraduate student assistants in the lab.

The incumbent will participate in public outreach activities.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• BS/BA in Neuroscience or related field.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Problem-solving, deductive reasoning, and decision-making skills

Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)

• Experience with one or more of the following: cell culture, molecular cloning, immunohistochemistry, microscopy.
• Proficiency in R, Python, and related languages
• Previous lab experience preferred
• Ability to learn new experimental methods as required.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

Reference requirements

• 2-3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07104

Help contact: jamunguia@ucdavis.edu

Job location

Davis, Ca 95618