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Specialist (Virus Production) - Anatomy & Neurobiology/Xu Lab
Position overview
Application Window
Open date: October 31, 2024
Next review date: Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Oct 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
We are interested in recruiting a Junior or Assistant Specialist who have experience in cell culture and virus propagation, and some molecular and cell biology skills. They will participate in and support our research program of developing new viral genetic tools, including recombinant neurotropic viruses and AAVs. The specialist is expected to read and critically analyze scholarly articles to stay current with advancements in the field.
Key Responsibilities:
● Design and clone vectors
● Propagate and titer viruses
● Maintain inventory logs for supplies and chemicals
● Update standard operating procedures and protocols
● Keep maintenance logs for laboratory machinery and tools
Department: https://www.anatomy.uci.edu
Qualifications
• Junior Specialists - Appointees to the Junior rank should possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience.
• Assistant Specialists - Appointees to the Assistant rank should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree), or five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.
Application Requirements
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
About UC Irvine
The University of California, Irvine 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 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.