Position overview
Position title: Hinck Lab Research Specialist (Junior Specialist - Associate Specialist)
Salary range: $46,800 - $76,200 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience
(see Rank Qualifications at https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/602.330.html#D).
Percent time: Full-time (100%)
Anticipated start: As soon as possible after initial review of the 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: June 10th, 2022
Next review date: Monday, Jul 11, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Jun 9, 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 Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a research specialist. Under the direction of Professor Lindsay Hinck, the research specialist will join a small, friendly team of researchers studying the major public health concern of lactation insufficiency, which is the inability to build a milk supply during pregnancy. The Hinck Lab studies this prevalent syndrome by investigating the recruitment, expansion and differentiation of breast stem/progenitor cells during pregnancy with the goal of identifying therapeutic targets. Work on this exciting, NIH-funded project will include tissue collection, histology and immunohistochemistry, organoid and cell culture, genotyping, and basic protein and molecular biology techniques such as qPCR, lysate fractionation, and Western blot. The selected candidate will be expected to perform tasks in an organized manner, work accurately, meet deadlines, communicate results, and successfully work as an integral member of a research team.
Applicants with any of the following qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply: at least two years of post-baccalaureate laboratory experience in a field relevant to the advertised position; experience working with murine tissue and cell culture; expertise in cell analysis by fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS), PCR, and qPCR; experience with histology/immunohistochemistry; experience with immunoblotting/immunoprecipitation; a M.S. or M.A. degree (or foreign equivalent) degree in a relevant field; and/or a demonstrated record of authorship on one or more peer-reviewed publications.
The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.
The Hinck Lab: https://hincklab.mcdb.ucsc.edu/hincklab/Home.html
Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology Department: https://mcd.ucsc.edu/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• B.A./B.S. (or equivalent foreign degree) in cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, or molecular biology or a field relevant to the advertised position.
• At least one year of laboratory research experience in molecular biology techniques including recombinant DNA/PCR/qPCR and protein techniques.

Application Requirements
Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.
• Samples of Authored Peer-reviewed Publication (Optional)
• Samples of Authored Peer-reviewed Publication (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Applicants must provide the names and contact information of their references. The hiring unit will request confidential letters* from the references of those applicants who are under serious consideration. 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/JPF01327
Help contact: mkistler@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/JPF01327
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