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Posted: 05-Jul-23

Location: Berkeley, California

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty
Physical Sciences

Internal Number: 4337810

Lab Manager (9612C) - 55418 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; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
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 .
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. 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. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu .
Departmental Overview
In 1921-2, in keeping with a growing trend across the nation, Berkeley's Department of Psychology was established as a separate unit, emerging from the Department of Philosophy. For nearly a century, the department has been a national and international leader in psychological research and the superior educational programs that we have provided to undergraduates and doctoral students.
The Psychology Department moved to Tolman Hall in 1963 when it was a new state-of-the-art building. This building served us well for over 50 years, but alas, the nature of our work has changed and our beloved Tolman Hall was no longer quite as state-of-the-art. In June 2018, we moved to a new building at the corner of Berkeley Way and Shattuck. We look forward to another 50 years of continuing our cutting-edge research, excellent clinical services, and renowned teaching and advising of undergraduate and PhD students.
Today, our award-winning faculty conduct ground-breaking research in many areas of psychology, including behavioral and systems neuroscience, clinical science, cognition, cognitive neuroscience, development, social, and personality. Our PhD students go on to exciting careers in academia (e.g. Yale, Stanford, UCLA), industry (e.g., Facebook, Google), healthcare (e.g., Oakland Children's Hospital, Seattle VA) and policy (e.g., National Institute of Justice).
The Center for Human Sleep Science is located in the Department of Psychology, which falls under the College of Letters and Science at UC Berkeley. The department's primary focus is on various aspects of psychology, encompassing both teaching and research activities.
The Center's research primarily revolves around the role of sleep in brain function. To investigate this, the Center employs a wide range of multi-modal imaging techniques, including functional MRI, quantitative electroencephalography, and polysomnography. Additionally, the Center utilizes various computerized cognitive psychology techniques to assess brain function.
The role of the Staff Research Associate (SRA) is to provide assistance to the Principal Investigator (PI), Professor Matthew Walker, as well as postdoctoral researchers and graduate students. The primary responsibility of the SRA involves conducting research on behavioral and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) studies of sleep and cognition in humans, covering individuals of all ages.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: 07/13/2023.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI) and/or Postdoctoral researchers, the Staff Research Associate (SRA) is responsible for coordinating and conducting research in the areas of sleep, cognition, aging, and brain studies. By fulfilling these responsibilities, the SRA contributes to the overall progress and success of ongoing research projects while supporting the PI and other team members in their research efforts. The SRA's responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and conducting laboratory research focused on sleep and brain function, which may involve memory experiments.
• Overseeing the entire process of experiments, from recruitment and scheduling of subjects to the preparation and execution of the experiments. Additionally, accurately collecting and recording data.
• Performing data analysis and statistical analyses on cognitive, EEG, polysomnography, and MRI data obtained from the experiments.
• Maintaining and organizing collected data in accordance with laboratory standards.
• Troubleshoots code errors, this involves identifying and rectifying errors in MATLAB, Eprime, and PsychoPy scripts.
• Assisting in the preparation of tabular and graphical information for reports and publications.
• Collaborating with others in the production of grants, reports, and publications.
• Providing research assistance to the PI, Postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students in their respective research endeavors.
• Summarizing scientific papers including responsible for reading and critically understanding scientific papers.

The SRA will also be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of the laboratory. This includes the following tasks:

• Purchasing, receiving, storing, and distributing supplies required for lab projects. Additionally, maintaining accurate inventory records of the supplies.
• Ensuring the proper operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment. This involves conducting routine checks, identifying potential issues, and performing simple repairs and maintenance tasks as necessary.
• Taking care of laboratory cleanliness by performing regular clean-ups and maintaining a tidy and organized workspace.
• Assisting in laboratory set-ups for experiments and ensuring that all necessary equipment and materials are prepared and ready for use.

By diligently managing laboratory supplies, maintaining equipment functionality, and upholding cleanliness standards, the SRA plays a crucial role in ensuring an efficient and effective research environment. This contributes to the overall productivity and smooth functioning of the laboratory.
The SRA will also be responsible for various research and administrative duties.
These duties include, but are not limited to:

• General bookkeeping tasks, such as managing financial records related to the laboratory's expenses and budget.
• Processing and submitting reimbursement requests for expenses incurred during research activities.
• Maintaining and organizing laboratory data sets to ensure their accessibility and integrity.
• Conducting library searches to gather relevant literature and resources for research projects.
• Assisting in the preparation and submission of amendments, new projects, and annual renewals of research proposals to the local ethics review board, such as the Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects (CPHS).
• Providing training to undergraduate assistants in laboratory procedures and analysis methods.
• Attending weekly meetings to stay updated on project progress, discuss findings, and collaborate with other team members.
• Furthermore, the SRA may be assigned additional duties as needed, depending on the requirements of the laboratory and ongoing research projects.

These research and administrative duties are essential for the smooth operation of the laboratory and contribute to the overall success of the research endeavors.
Provide administrative support to the PI at all levels of his role as professor, scientist, and university academic member.
Required Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, or Psychology is a strict requirement for eligibility for the position.
• Candidates without these specific degrees would be considered ineligible.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• The candidate should have English as their first language or demonstrate equivalent proficiency.
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse campus community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree, in one of the following fields: Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Other related scientific fields.
• Previous experience in EEG and MRI research is required. This indicates that candidates should have hands-on experience and knowledge in conducting research involving electroencephalography (EEG) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Salary & Benefits
This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for full 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. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $56,512.87 (Step 1) - $90,910.14 (Step 25).
How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information
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). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/rx/index.html

• This is not a visa opportunity.
• This position is eligible for up to 30% remote work.

Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Equal Employment 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. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.
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