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Bioinformatics Specialist (Assistant Specialist or Associate Specialist)


Position overview
Position title: Bioinformatics Specialist (Assistant Specialist or Associate Specialist)
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience (see section D. Qualifications of the CAPM 602.230 Specialist Series. The posted UCSC Salary Scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the scale titled, Represented Specialist Series Fiscal Year. 'Off-scale salaries', 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. A reasonable estimate for this position is $59,200 -$82,100.

Percent time: Full-time (100%)

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

Position duration: Initial appointment will be for one year, 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: July 5, 2023

Most recent review date: Friday, Aug 4, 2023 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: Wednesday, Jul 3, 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 Department of Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a Bioinformatics Assistant Specialist or Associate Specialist. Under the direction of Professor Camilla Forsberg, the bioinformatics specialist will contribute to collaborative stem cell research at the Institute for the Biology of Stem Cells (IBSC). The bioinformatics specialist will participate in research projects by collaborating with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to analyze high-throughput experiments to understand stem cell function, including bulk and single-cell transcriptomics, epigenomics assays such as ATACseq, and CRISPR-based screens. The specialist will also be expected to contribute to data management. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as ability and desire to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. Applicants who can implement commonly used omics tools with a high degree of autonomy are strongly encouraged to apply. A basic understanding of omics assays, Python and R, and of stem cell biology is ideal, but we also welcome candidates with a strong desire to learn on the job.

UCSC is a vibrant research community with state-of-the art facilities for research focused on stem cells, epigenetics, genomics, cancer, sequencing technologies, RNA biology, developmental biology, and related fields. Candidates will have excellent opportunities for intellectual growth, skill building, and networking with scientists at the Institute for the Biology of Stem Cells (IBSC) and beyond. The proximity to Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area affords extensive opportunities for interactions with nearby research institutions.

The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.



Institute for the Biology of Stem Cells: https://ibsc.ucsc.edu/

Forsberg Laboratory: https://forsberglab.soe.ucsc.edu/

Department of Biomolecular Engineering: https://engineering.ucsc.edu/departments/biomolecular-engineering/


Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
B.S. with two years of research experience with analysis of 'omics' datasets; or M.S. with one year of research experience with analysis of 'omics' datasets. Degree must be in bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related field and equivalent foreign degrees will be considered.


Application Requirements


Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  
• Cover Letter
  
• Statement of Research (Optional)
  
• 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)
  
• Publication - Publication should include relevant PMID to aim in verification.
  (Optional)
  
• Publication - Publication(s) should include relevant PMID to aim in verification.
  (Optional)
  
• Publication - Publication(s) should include relevant PMID to aim in verification.
  (Optional)
  

Reference requirements

• 2-5 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/JPF01576

Help contact: lcrowder@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 Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by phone at (831) 459-2686.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check (see https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify). The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/102.530.html).

UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.

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

UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees. As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC). Visit the NorCal HERC website at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-northern-california/ to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution.

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

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.

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


Job location

Santa Cruz, California


To apply, visit https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01576







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