POSITION OVERVIEW

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000 at Step 1 or $58,600 at Step 2.

UC DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

The Department of Ophthalmology & Vision Science at the UC Davis School of Medicine is seeking a full-time Junior Specialist. The purpose of this position is to provide support and coordination for the research studies of Dr. Robert Zawadzki. The position requires an individual with a background in molecular and cell biology or biomedical engineering / ophthalmic imaging and experience in studying animal models. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently or in a team. The incumbent will also be expected to analyze and prepare data for both oral presentations and publications in scientific journals.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in future careers in science, technology or medicine to gain experience in a stimulating and interactive laboratory environment.
The incumbent will participate in the following duties:

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in undergraduate laboratory research.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Ability to mentor undergraduates in the lab.

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

• Knowledge or experience in data analysis, statistics, and genomics.
• Experience with lab animal (rodent) handling.
• Background in vision science.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements
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Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
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Cover Letter
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Statement of Research (Optional)
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Statement of Teaching (Optional)
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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

• 3-5 required (contact information only)
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  Help contact: ambellmer@ucdavis.edu

• Planning, execution and presentation of research on mouse models of eye diseases. A successful candidate will participate in lab activities, particularly around issues of image acquisition, processing and innovative programming for data acquisition and processing
• In vivo and ex vivo mouse retinal imaging with selection of retinal areas for testing. This will be done in collaboration with PIs specializing in specific mouse models. Creative solutions will be required to image retinal layers below regions that have been compromised by retina degeneration.
• Genotyping and maintaining multiple mouse colonies, DNA isolation, PCR, tissue extraction as well as staining slides with antibodies (immunohistochemistry).
• Help with lab maintenance, including staying compliant with safety standards and inspections, ordering lab supplies, as well as completing paperwork.
• Active involvement in the preparation of manuscripts for publications in collaboration with the principal investigator. This can include reviewing relevant literature, describing methods and results used to acquire the data, presenting and analyzing data retrieved, constructing clear and informative figures, interpreting the results, constructing clear and informative figures, and interpreting the results.