Junior Specialist In Interdisciplinary Biotechnology Research

Junior Specialist in interdisciplinary biotechnology research University of California Santa Barbara Position overview Position title: Junior Specialist 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 $50,300-$60,000. 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. Application Window Open date: November 15, 2022 Most recent review date: Friday, Apr 21, 2023 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: Tuesday, Oct 31, 2023 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 Junior Specialists 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, 2023. 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.Junior Specialists enable research as part of a team. They must possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or have equivalent research experience.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. Specialists may participate in University and/or public service depending upon funding source and duties of the position.Candidates for appointment, and subsequent personnel cases, will be reviewed on the following criteria (which are provided as guidelines and may be used flexibly where deemed necessary):1) Performance in research in the defined area of expertise and specialization,2) Professional competence and activity, and3) University and/or public serviceThe 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 ScienceThe ICB has other pooled recruitments that may be of interest to potential applicants, including: Assistant and Associate Specialistshttps://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02353Project Scientistshttps://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02354The 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) Appointees must possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or have 2 or more years of equivalent research/educational experience, at time of application. Preferred qualifications Mentorship/supervision of junior researchers and students. Previous research experience in applicable or relevant field/specialization. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Reference requirements0-3 required (contact information only)References for finalist(s) may be contacted by phone/email after interviews.Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02349 Help contact: shutapea@ucsb.eduCampus Information 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 status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs - With Updated Interim Amendments. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine Primary Series or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, Religious Objection, and/or Deferral based on pregnancy or recent COVID-19 diagnosis and/or treatment) no later than the applicable deadline. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of receiving the most recent CDC-recommended COVID-19 booster or properly decline such booster no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Exhibit 2, Section II.C. of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Attachment for applicable deadlines. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of being Up-To-Date on seasonal influenza vaccination or properly decline such vaccination no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Program Attachment. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Job location Santa Barbara, CA To apply, please visit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02349 Copyright 2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-ee14dfa89fa79d4da01aa34a7772be77