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Assistant Specialist in Neuroscience Research Institute (Kosik lab)
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Position Number: 5503460
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Position Type: Science - Biology

Assistant Specialist in Neuroscience Research Institute (Kosik lab)

University of California Santa Barbara

Position overview
Position title: Assistant Specialist Salary range: The posted UC system-wide salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See Table 24B for the salary range at UCSB. A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% time is $61,900 - $70,100 annually. "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. Percent time: 100% Anticipated start: September 2024 or later Position duration: Initial appointment is for one year, 100% time with benefits. Continuation beyond one year will be based on performance and availability of funding. Application Window

Open date: August 7, 2024

Most recent review date: Monday, Sep 30, 2024 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: Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 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

The laboratory of Dr. Kenneth Kosik in the Neuroscience Research Institute at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a full-time Assistant Specialist. The successful candidate will be involved in performing animal surgery, setting up neuronal cultures, preparing brain organoids, optimizing brain organoid techniques, characterizing neuronal cultures and brain organoids immunocytochemically, communicating results and preparing reports.

Appointees to the Specialist series engage in specialized research, professional activity, and University and/or public service. Specialists use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions to the research enterprise of the University and to achieve recognition in the professional and scientific community. Appointees at the Assistant Specialist level enable research as part of a team and may provide some independent input into the planning and execution of the research.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

Department: https://www.nri.ucsb.edu/

Lab: https://ken-kosik.mcdb.ucsb.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

A master's degree in biology or related field is required.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

A minimum of 5 years of post graduate experience in the biomedical field.

Preferred qualifications

PhD degree in biology or related field preferred.
Advanced training in the biomedical field.
Knowledgeable in the area of neuroanatomy.
Experience with sterile techniques.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Statement of Research
Publication #1
Publication #2 (Optional)
Publication #3 (Optional)

Reference requirements

3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide the names and complete contact information for 3 references. The department will conduct a reference check for the finalist before extending an offer.
Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02814

Help contact: cushing@lifesci.ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Job location
Santa Barbara, CA

To apply, please visit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02814