Specialist (Assistant and Associate levels) in interdisciplinary biotechnology research

Position overview

Position title :

Specialist (Assistant and Associate levels)

Salary range :

The posted UC system-wide salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 24B for the salary range at UCSB.

A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% time is $59,800-$84,000. "Off-scale salaries", i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Percent time : 5% - 100%

5% - 100%

Anticipated start :

Approximately Winter 2024 - Winter 2025

Position duration :

Typically 1 year with possibility of extension, but could be less than 1 year due to restrictions on funding

Application Window

Open date : November 1, 2023

Most recent review date : Monday, Sep 2, 2024 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date : Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 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 Institute for Collaborative Biotechnologies (ICB) is an Army-sponsored University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). The ICB is a uniquely interdisciplinary research alliance led by the University of California, Santa Barbara, in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the California Institute of Technology and partners from the Army and industry.

ICB research is driven by more than 50 premier faculty working together with graduate students project scientists, specialists, and professional researchers as interdisciplinary teams of biologists, chemists, physicists, psychologists, physicians, social scientists, and engineers.

These teams develop biologically inspired, revolutionary technological innovations in systems and synthetic biology, materials science and engineering, biotechnology tools and cognitive neuroscience.

The ICB is actively seeking Specialists (in the Assistant or Associate ranks) to commit effort on ICB projects. This is a large, pooled recruitment covering many disciplines and research foci.

Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed through October 31, 2024. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department.

The use of a pooled recruitment does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. Positions may range from part-time to full-time.

Appointees at the Assistant level enable research as part of a team and may provide some independent input into the planning and execution of the research.

Appointees at the Associate level enable research as part of a team and normally provide considerable independent input into the planning and execution of the research.

Appointees to the Specialist series engage in specialized research, professional activity, and University and / or public service.

Specialists use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions to the research enterprise of the University and to achieve recognition in the professional and scientific community.

The ICB has a vast research portfolio, indicated by (but not limited to) the following to projects and disciplines :

• Systems and synthetic biology
• Control and dynamical systems
• Photonic and electronic materials
• Electronic materials and devices
• Cellular structural materials
• Biotechnology and biotechnology tools
• Cognitive neuroscience
• Psychological and brain sciences
• Medical
• Biomedical
• Nanofluidics and microfluidics
• Biomimetrics and biofilms
• Social media analysis and predictive modeling
• Molecular, cellular, ecosystems, marine science, and biology research
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Bioengineering
• Materials
• Computer Science
• Chemistry and biochemistry
• Microfabrication
• Nanofabrication
• Atomic force
• Microscopy
• Microfluidics
• Physics
• Computer Science

The ICB has other pooled recruitments that may be of interest to potential applicants, including :

Junior Specialists

Project Scientists

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service as appropriate to the position.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Applicants must possess a master's degree in the relevant specialization and discipline as listed in the position description at time of application.

Preferred qualifications

Previous research experience in relevant specialization and discipline as listed in the position description.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter

Reference requirements

3 required (contact information only)

References for finalist(s) may be contacted by phone / email after interviews.

Apply link :

Help contact : [email protected]

About UC Santa Barbara

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As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time.

Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Santa Barbara, CA