Assistant Project Scientist (Shariati Lab)


Position overview
Position title: Assistant Project Scientist (Shariati Lab)
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. A reasonable estimate for this position is $93,700-113,600.

Percent time: Full-time (100%)

Anticipated start: As soon as possible after initial review of the applications.

Position duration: Initial appointment will be for 8 to 12 months, with the possibility of reappointment. Should the hiring unit propose reappointment; a review to assess performance will be conducted. Reappointment is also contingent upon the availability of funding.

Application Window

Open date: November 25, 2024

Next review date: Thursday, Jan 2, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Nov 25, 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


The Biomolecular Engineering Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for an Assistant Project Scientist who will work under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Ali Shariati to contribute to the overall progress of various research projects in the Shariati Lab. The selected candidate will analyze experimental data, help with maintenance of the lab, attend group meetings, present in group meetings, write manuscripts, write grants and mentor junior researchers. Duties include maintaining clear documentation of experiments according to NIH guidelines and readiness to share raw experimental data if needed. The candidate must adhere to professional and clear communications with all the lab members. The candidate will be responsible for experimental procedures that include but are not limited to growing embryonic stem cells, microscopy, mouse embryo manipulations, organoid formation, genome and epigenome editing, molecular biology, sequencing and computational analysis of biological data.

Applicants with experience in developmental biology in the areas of embryonic development or stem-cell biology are strongly encouraged to apply.



Shariati Lab: https://shariatilab.sites.ucsc.edu/


Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at the time the application is submitted)

• Ph.D. (or equivalent foreign degree) in biology, developmental biology, or a related field of study in life sciences.
• Demonstrated experience with embryonic stem cell culture.

Application Requirements


Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  
• Cover Letter
  
• Statement of Research
  
• List of Publications
  
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement addressing your understanding of the barriers facing traditionally underrepresented groups and your past and/or future contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching and professional or public service. Candidates are urged to review guidelines on statements before preparing their application.
  (Optional)
  

Reference requirements

• 3 letters of reference required

Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation*. Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.

*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSCs confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm.
Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01840

Help contact: alish@ucsc.edu

About UC Santa Cruz


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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the Universitys equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Equity and Equal Protection Office at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by email at equity@ucsc.edu.

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If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602.

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The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance. For information about employee benefits please visit https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

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VISIT UC Santa Cruz: https://www.ucsc.edu


Job location

Santa Cruz, CA


To apply, visit https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01840







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