Helper- Brick and Stone Mason jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Position overview
Position title: Junior Specialist - Stone Lab
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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: August 25, 2022

Next review date: Monday, Sep 26, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Aug 25, 2023 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 Chemistry and Biochemistry (https://science.ucsc.edu/department/chemistry/) at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a junior specialist. The Stone Research Group is broadly interested in the structure and function of RNA in complex biological systems and all current projects have direct biomedical significance. Under the direction of Professor Michael D. Stone, the junior specialist will use molecular cloning, biochemical, and bioinformatic techniques to study structure-function relationships of essential cellular RNAs. Duties will also include assisting with everyday operations of the research lab, including but not limited to: ordering and stocking supplies, maintaining laboratory stock reagents, and training undergraduate researchers. In addition, the junior specialist will participate directly in ongoing research projects, working in collaboration with PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows.

Applicants with research experience in basic molecular biology and biochemistry techniques, as well as general laboratory safety awareness are strongly encouraged to apply.

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



Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry: https://science.ucsc.edu/department/chemistry/

Stone Research Group at UCSC: https://stone.chemistry.ucsc.edu/


Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
BS or BA (or an equivalent foreign degree) in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or a related field.


Application Requirements


Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V., which must include any publications and three professional references along with their contact information. The search committee will contact the references of those applicants who are under serious consideration
  
• Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.
  
  

Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01360

Help contact: ddemarco@ucsc.edu

Campus Information


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 condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Appendix F, Section II.C. of the policy for applicable deadlines. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Additional information and resources for compliance are located on the campus COVID-19 Vaccines webpage.

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Job location

Santa Cruz, California


To apply, visit https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01360

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