LAB AST 1 - Job at University of California

LAB AST 1

Irvine, CA

Posted 15 days ago

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Job Description

Job Opening ID: 69089

Reports To: Professor

Working Title: LAB AST 1

Department: Neurobiology & Behavior

Bargaining Unit: TX

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 009605

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: M-F, 8-5

Employee Class: Career

Position Summary:

The Department of Neurobiology and Behavior (NBB) is made up of a community of faculty, students, postdoctoral fellows and staff who share a common goal: creating an exciting intellectual environment that optimizes our research and teaching missions. We are committed to ensuring excellence through inclusion, producing a diverse, educated workforce for advancing science, and ultimately to greatly advance quality of life. If you are interested in working alongside smart, hardworking, and caring professionals, then we are the place for you.

The Frostig lab research interest is in cortical plasticity as manifested in basic and pre-clinical research using functional imaging, blood flow imaging, neuronal recordings, pharmacological manipulations, histological and behavioral studies in rodents. For our basic research we are currently researching plasticity induce by our 'extended naturalistic habitat' a special environment that imitates rodents' natural environment, and for pre-clinical research we are interested in sensory stimulation-based plasticity that protects the cortex from ischemic stroke. Under supervision, the incumbent will help in maintaining and supervising our naturalistic habitat, conduct behavioral training, perform routine surgical procedures in rats/mice for functional and blood imaging experiments, handle rodents, prepare reagents, routine histology, routine data analysis, contribute to laboratory maintenance, order supplies, and prepare the lab for inspections.

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.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $19.69 - $22.82 (Hourly Rate). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $19.69 - $22.82 (Hourly Rate).

Department Website:

https://neurobiology.uci.edu/

Required:

Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or biological sciences, strong interpersonal skills, good hand-eye coordination.

Preferred:

Strong background in quantitative skills, good familiarity with Microsoft Office package.
Will train: Ability to handle and perform routine experiments in rodents.

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 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 nondiscrimination policy.
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

Job Summary

Company

University of California - Irvine

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Open