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    Hinck Lab: Junior Specialist - Santa Cruz, United States - University of California, Santa Cruz

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    Position overview

    Position title:

    Hinck Lab:
    Junior Specialist


    Salary range:
    Commensurate with qualifications and experience. 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 $51,300 -$59,600.


    Percent time:
    Full-time (100%)


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


    Position duration:
    Initial appointment will be for 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:
    April 18, 2024


    Next review date:
    Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

    Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.


    Final date:
    Thursday, Apr 17, 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 Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a junior 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 endometriosis.

    The Hinck Lab studies this prevalent syndrome by isolating stromal stem cells from human blood and examining their response to DNA damaging agents.

    Work on this exciting project will include human cell isolation and culture, fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS) analysis, bioinformatic analysis, histology/ immunohistochemistry, and 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 one year of post-baccalaureate laboratory experience in a field relevant to the advertised position;

    expertise in cell analysis by fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS), PCR, and qPCR;

    experience with histology/ immunohistochemistry;

    experience with immunoblotting/ immunoprecipitation;

    experience with histology/ immunohistochemistry;

    experience with molecular biology techniques such as qPCR, lysate fractionation, and Western blot;

    experience in RNAseq and bioinformatic analysis;

    and/or a demonstrated record of authorship/co-authorship on one or more peer-reviewed publications.

    In accordance with our lab's commitment to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in scientific research,


    we welcome candidates who understand the barriers facing women and minorities who are underrepresented in higher education careers (as evidenced by life experiences and educational background).

    More information can be found at

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

    Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biology Department :

    Qualifications

    Basic qualifications

    (required at time of application)

    B.S./B.A. degree or higher in molecular, cell and developmental biology, biochemistry or a related.

    Research experience in molecular and stem cell biology, and isolation and culture of human cells.

    Laboratory experience working with human and murine tissue and cell culture.

    You must meet the all of the basic qualifications at the time you submit your application. There are no exceptions to this requirement.

    Application Requirements

    Document requirements
    Curriculum Vitae -

    Your most recently updated C.V., which must include 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 (two pages maximum) that describes your research experience and interest as it relates to the position.


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    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 University's 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


    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 ).

    The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz (see

    ).

    UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.

    If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at

    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 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


    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.


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