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    Research & Policy Fellow - San Francisco, CA, United States - University of California, Berkeley

    University of California, Berkeley
    University of California, Berkeley San Francisco, CA, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Staff Research Associate C About Berkeley

    At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included.

    Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

    The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

    When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners.

    In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , our Principles of Community , and our Strategic Plan .

    We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities.

    The Department of Integrative Biology (IB) is part of the College of Letters and Science.

    Its focus on biological integration and diversity encompasses the full spectrum of biological organization (e.g., from molecular to biosphere) for organisms ranging from viruses to plants and animals.

    The faculty represent a wide range of expertise, including paleontology, population genetics, physiology, anatomy, human biology and health sciences, and organismal, ecological, and evolutionary botany and zoology.

    The Shapira lab studies host - microbiome interactions using the nematode C. elegans as a model host.
    The Research Associate will be responsible for conducting experiments with C.

    elegans, raising them in compost microcosms or on synthetic bacterial communities and using next generation sequencing to characterize the assembly of their gut microbiotas during development.

    Additionally, the SRA is responsible for helping in characterizing the involvement of genes regulated by the worm's TGFbeta/SMA pathway on shaping the worm gut microbiota.

    Alongside this research work, takes part in preparation of reagents, maintenance of equipment and similar routine chores that are part of the work in the lab.

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    Responsible for conducting experiments with C. elegans, uses next generation sequencing to characterize the assembly of their gut microbiotas during development. Analyzing NGS data using various tools for computational biology, expanding lab expertise with such tools. Maintains worm strains for experiments related to either one of the two projects described under Position Summary.
    Other duties as assigned including preparation of reagents, maintenance of equipment and lab management duties. Extensive knowledge of C. elegans biology.
    Proficient computer skills including, but not limited to R coding, Ciime, DADA2, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
    Creative thinking, independent judgment, and critical analysis to provide suggestions work, protocols or materials to faculty.

    Demonstrated ability to be proactive, to work independently or as part of a team, organize work assignments, establish priorities, develop appropriate recommendations and solutions, and ensure completion of multiple projects to meet deadlines.

    Ability to maintain accuracy and careful attention to planning and detail.

    Ability to develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with students, faculty and staff, including individuals from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.

    Ability to accurately make chemical solutions and dilutions.
    Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Knowledge of safety and EH&S procedures, processes, regulations and policies.
    An individual with significant research experience.

    This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for UC Benefits.

    For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

    Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement.

    This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

    The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $58,490.This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Research Support Professionals Unit (RX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE).

    This is not a visa opportunity. 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, or protected veteran status.

    The University of California's Affirmative action policy .
    The University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy .
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