Staff Research Associate 2 (9612C), Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute - 71825

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Staff Research Associate 2 (9612C), Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute - 71825

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.

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.

Departmental Overview

The teaching and research activities of the Department of Neuroscience (NEU) will advance the understanding of brain, mind, and behavior through research, education and training.

Our faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and postdoctoral researchers study how the brain functions in health and disease, how it generates behavior and thought, and how it computes.

We investigate the nervous system on levels ranging from molecules and cells, to neural circuits and systems, to behavior and cognition, to neural computation.

We also develop neurotechnology and explore the impacts of neuroscience on society.

The Feller Lab is interested in the mechanisms underlying spontaneous activity in the developing nervous system and the role this activity plays in the construction of neuronal circuits.

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator the incumbent will assist with the following but is not limited to : Mouse breeding, obtaining tissue from mice for genotyping, conducting PCR reactions to genotype mice, as well as maintaining an up-to-date spread sheet of mouse colony for researchers in lab to use according to laboratory standards.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the Principal Investigator the SRA assist with the following research but is not limited to : Mouse breeding, obtaining tissue from mice for genotyping, conducting PCR reactions to genotype mice, as well as maintaining an up-to-date spread sheet of mouse colony for researchers in lab to use according to laboratory standards.
• As needed, if there's new genotype of mice, the SRA will consult with the original paper describing this transgenic mouse for genotyping protocols.
• Train undergraduate student in genotyping including obtaining tissue from mice, conducting PCR reactions to genotype mice.
• Weekly consultations with PI and working daily with researchers in the lab either in person or via Slack.
• Maintain chemical inventory and arranging for disposal of chemicals.
• Function as lab safety officer, which includes training new researchers in lab safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned such as but is not limited to ordering general lab supplies.

Required Qualifications

• Basic spreadsheet skills.
• Experience handling animals.
• Experience conducting PCR reactions.

Education / Training

Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related science and / or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervisory skills.
• Experience in mouse colony maintenance.

Salary & Benefits

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $60,245.54 - $67,843.

39, Steps 1.0 - 7.0. This is an exempt, monthly-paid position.

This is a full-time, Career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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.

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