The UC Davis Genome Center in the College of Biological Sciences coordinates interdisciplinary research in the areas of genomics, metabolomics, proteomics and bioinformatics, and is involved in the training of undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. Annual funding is approximately $21 million from multiple sources. Approximately $6-7 million of annual expenditures come through the Center’s six service Cores, which provide genomic technologies to approximately 700 customers both on and off-campus.

This position works in Genome Center Director Blake Meyers’ lab, serving as the primary laboratory technician in the Professor Blake Meyers research laboratory studying plant genetics, genomics, and RNA biology.

Under general supervision, perform experiments in the laboratory and plant growth facilities utilizing the techniques of molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, genomics, and bioinformatics. Train students, postdoctoral associates, and other technicians, maintain the laboratory in working order, and supervise undergraduate assistants.

Position Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

·       Mental Demands: Analytical and Problem Solving - Frequently, Confidentiality - Constantly, Constant Interruptions - Frequently, Customer Contact - Frequently, Detailed Work - Frequently, Language - Frequently, Math - Frequently, Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequently, Reading Blue Prints - Occasionally, Reading (documents or instruments) - Frequently, Reasoning - Frequently , Training - Occasionally, Verbal Communication - Frequently, Written Communication - Frequently

·       Physical Demands: Carrying - Occasionally, Attendance - Occasionally, Cleaning - Occasionally, Crawling - Occasionally, Driving - Frequently, Kneeling - Occasionally, Pulling - Occasionally, Pushing - Occasionally, Reaching - Occasionally, Removing - Frequently , Sitting - Constantly, Speaking - Frequently, Squatting, Stooping, Bending - Occasionally, Standing, Walking - Occasionally, Writing - Frequently , Talk or Hear - Frequently

·       Lifting Requirements: Up to 10 Pounds (Sedentary) - Frequently, Up to 25 Pounds (Light) - Occasionally

·       Visual Acuity Requirements: Close Visual Acuity (e.g., viewing a computer screen; using measurement devices) - Constantly, Distance Visual Acuity - Frequently, Color Visual Acuity - Occasionally, Depth Perception - Frequently

·       Noise Conditions: Moderate Noise Conditions - Occasionally

·       Physical Demands (Elements Exposed to): Blood - Occasionally, Chemicals - Occasionally, Dirt - Occasionally, Fumes - Occasionally, Hazards - Occasionally, Heat/Cold - Frequently , Radiation - Frequently , Toxins - Frequently

·       Equipment Used to Perform the Duties: Calculator - Occasionally, Chemicals - Occasionally, Computer and Peripheral Equipment - Frequently, Copier - Occasionally, Fax - Occasionally , Credit Card Transactions - Occasionally, Kitchen Equipment - Occasionally, Lab Apparatus - Occasionally, Scanner - Occasionally, Telephone - Constantly, Vehicles - Frequently, Dust Mask - Occasionally, Face Shield - Occasionally, Surgical Face Mask - Occasionally, Gown/Apron/Protective Clothing - Frequently, Gloves (rubber, latex) - Occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

·       The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

·       M.S. degree in life sciences.

·       Experience in biology, biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, genomics, computational approaches or related fields.

·       Experience with laboratory techniques involving gel electrophoresis, DNA and RNA isolation, purification hybridizations, PCR, qRT-PCR, in situ hybridization, light microscopy.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

·       Knowledge to adapt, design and troubleshoot experimental protocols.

·       Knowledge to understand relevant journal articles in molecular and cell biology.

·       Knowledge of general laboratory operations, e.g., ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, etc., and ability to supervise assistants in these duties.

·       Skills to quantitatively and qualitatively analyze experimental data and formulate conclusions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:   

·       Experience with laser capture microdissection.

·       Experience making next generation sequencing libraries with small amounts of nucleic acids.

·       Experience with the analysis of large data sets.

·       Experience with microscopy.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

·       Background or interest in working with plants.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

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