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Laboratory Assistant II
Job#2024-94231
Salary Range – $22.66/Hr. to $26.66/Hr.
Overview
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
Founded in 1968, the UCI School of Medicine Department of Biological Chemistry boasts a rich legacy of pioneering research into the fundamental building blocks of life. Our dedication to basic science research fuels advancements in medicine and cultivates a collaborative environment for scientists to flourish.
Responsibilities
Supervisor, Melanie Oakes, PhD
Under supervision incumbents perform standard repetitive laboratory experimental procedures that require technical scientific knowledge and skills which might be expected from incumbents at the college “lower division” level or from incumbents who have acquired equivalent knowledge and skills through experience.
Technical assignments with appropriate training, at this level typically include duties such as: extracting nucleic acids from biological samples, performing quality control, performing sizing and PCR analysis of samples, preparing reagents using basic ingredients; as appropriate, combining kitted reagents, performing controlled fragmentation of nucleic acids, processing and sectioning tissues, preparing and staining slides, fractionating tissues into single cells and placing in suspension for nucleic acid analysis.
Incumbents will be responsible for maintaining in good operating condition, some items of laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifuges, shakers, and incubators) including tracking service contracts for repairs and preventive maintenance. In addition, they will be responsible for maintaining inventory of standard supplies, receiving and appropriately storing supplies for core laboratory use.
| Percentage of time | Essential functions |
| 40 | Evaluating quality of genomic samples |
| 20 | Pre-processing samples for genomic analysis |
| 20 | Performing digital or qPCR to quantify samples |
| 10 | Performing electrophoresis to evaluate size distribution of genomic fragments |
| 10 | Organization of laboratory supplies, handling deliveries and storage |
Qualifications
Required:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
- Basic or high level computer skills
Preferred:
- bachelors degree in scientific field
- A minimum of 1 year of experience Previous laboratory experience
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Legal Right to work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine 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.
For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
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Laboratory Assistant III
Job#2024-94230
Salary Range – $26.66/Hr. to $31.71/Hr.
Overview
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
Founded in 1968, the UCI School of Medicine Department of Biological Chemistry boasts a rich legacy of pioneering research into the fundamental building blocks of life. Our dedication to basic science research fuels advancements in medicine and cultivates a collaborative environment for scientists to flourish.
Responsibilities
Supervisor, Melanie Oakes, PhD
Under general supervision, incumbents perform technical and/or supervisory duties in a genomics laboratory.
Incumbents are responsible for maintenance of the inventory, performing or supervising the purchasing, receiving, storing, and distribution of laboratory supplies used by technical staff as well as be responsible for equipment maintenance. They are responsible for intake, labeling and storing of samples from researchers, and scheduling testing using a laboratory information system. They are responsible for supervising junior members of the team in maintaining laboratory supply inventory.
Technical assignments at this level typically require scientific knowledge and skills which might be expected from incumbents at the college “upper division” level or from incumbents who have acquired equivalent knowledge and skills through experience. The following are examples of technical assignments at this level (after appropriate instruction): purification of nucleic acid, quality testing of DNA and RNA samples, fragmentation of nucleic acids, gel electrophoresis to determine size distribution, and PCR analysis. Duties may include preparing samples for DNA or RNA sequence analysis. In addition, the incumbent should be capable of training and supervising laboratory helpers at the undergraduate level in order to assist in a subset of these tasks.
| Percentage of time | Essential functions |
| 40 | Quantifying and running quality control assays on DNA and RNA samples upon intake |
| 30 | Assisting in preparation of DNA sequencing libraries |
| 10 | Logging and storing samples upon intake |
| 10 | Tracking projects in iLab and assisting with billing |
| 10 | Maintaining stocks of laboratory supplies |
Qualifications
Required:
- Performance of microtechnique procedures including knowledge of staining
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
- Basic or high level computer skills
- bachelors degree in scientific field
- A minimum of 1 year of experience Previous laboratory experience
Preferred:
- Experience with dissection of animals
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Legal Right to work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine 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.
For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Specialist Series – Genomics and Molecular Testing
Job #JPF09312
- Biological Chemistry / School of Medicine / UC Irvine
Position overview
Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100-$188,200. See Table Specialist Series – Represented Fiscal Year for the salary range for this position.
Application Window
Open date: September 17, 2024
Next review date: Thursday, Oct 3, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Sep 16, 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 Genomics Research and Technology Hub in the Department of Biological Chemistry welcomes applications for a specialist position for genomics and molecular testing. Depending upon experience and skill set, responsibilities could include quality control for samples, generation of sequencing libraries for analysis of genomes and gene expression in bulk and single cell workflows, as well as applications of spatial transcriptomics, optical mapping and microarray. In addition to conducting tests, the candidate will be responsible for regular calibration and maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment, placing orders to maintain reagent stocks, acting as the laboratory safety officer and depending on experience, development of SOPs. Candidate will be responsible for analysis of molecular test data, sample storage, and communicating results of molecular tests.
Basic knowledge of chemistry, biochemistry, genomics, molecular methods and basic statistics is preferred. Candidates are expected to have had at least two years of laboratory experience. Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel. Programming skills, particularly Python or R is advantageous. Experience or interest in cell line authentication or CRSPR screening is a positive.
Department: https://www.biochem.uci.edu
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Junior Specialists – A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience.
Assistant Specialists – A Master’s degree (or equivalent degree), or five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.
Associate Specialists – A Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Associate Specialists are normally expected to have a record of academic accomplishments, including contributions to published or in-press research in the field and a demonstrated record of University and/or public service.
Full Specialists – A Doctoral degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Specialists at full rank are normally expected to have a significant record of academic accomplishments, including contributions to published or in-press research in the field, professional recognition in the field, and a demonstrated record of University and/or public service.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
- Cover Letter (Optional)
- Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
- Misc / Additional (Optional)
- Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form – All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
Reference requirements
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09312
About UC Irvine
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.
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.
Job location
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