Position overview Position title: Associate Project Scientist Non-Exempt, Full Project Scientist Non-Exempt Salary range: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience Percent time: 20% Anticipated start: May 2022 Position duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and availability of funding Application Window
Open date: April 12th, 2022
Next review date: Tuesday, Apr 26, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Thursday, May 12, 2022 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 Isacoff Group in the Molecular and Cell Biology Department at the University of
California, Berkeley welcomes applications for an Associate or Full Project Scientist to provide highly specialized knowledge in Drosophila genetics, with an emphasis on derivation of new strains, including the molecular tools required to engineer new lines and knowledge of current lines available from stock centers around the world.
Responsibilities:

• Provide expert level knowledge to lab members to facilitate the creation of new strains of transgenic Drosophila and the derivation of new mutations and selectable genetic markers.
• Analysis of CRISPR induced mutation: using phenotypic analysis and other techniques such as identifying the classification of new alleles.
• Provide expert level knowledge to lab members to facilitate the determination of why a desired genotype or phenotype is not attainable using the current crossing scheme, followed by the development of an alternative plan.
• Provide expert level of training in cytogenetics

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Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
PhD or equivalent international degree
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
10 years of research experience.
Preferred qualifications
Knowledge of Drosophila genetics, cytogenetics, molecular genetics and husbandry
Ability to read and understand current literature and be able to interpret methods, data, and conclusions to expand knowledge of group members as well as advise them on best application to their research
Demonstrated creativity and highly developed problem solving skills
Advanced academic performance and publication record
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and teamwork
Knowledge of neuro related genes and the ability to predicted phenotypes and extrapolate to genotype. Requires excellent literature skills, and knowledge of FlyBase, Bloomington Stock Center, VDRC, Kyoto, and other Drosophila resources including modENCODE, Textpresso, FlyBook and Interactive Fly
Demonstrated proficiency in cytogenetics
Knowledge in the use of siRNA, CRISPR (insertions, deletions, nulls), molecular cloning techniques and other tools (including knowledge of available vectors, drivers, balancers, and selectable markers)
Knowledge on different types of mutations (insertions, deletions, nulls), how best to make new mutations and analyze them in response to loss of function strength
Application Requirements Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research (Optional)
Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired at Berkeley (for additional information go to https://ofew.berkeley.edu/recruitment/contributions-diversity ).
Reference requirements
3-5 required (contact information only) Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03388
Help contact: sawiese@berkeley.edu
Campus Information
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In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality ( http://apo.berkeley.edu/ucb-confidentiality-policy ) prior to submitting their letter.
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. Please refer to Appendix F, Section II.C. of the policy for the deadlines applicable to new University of California employees. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Job location Berkeley, CA
To apply, visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03388
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